The Democratic Republic of Congo, a country rich in natural resources but marked by major political and institutional challenges, is at an important turning point in its history. Recent statements by Norbert Basengezi Katintima, President of the National Alliance for an Emerging Congo (ANCE), highlight the urgent need to undertake deep reforms in the electoral system and political governance of the country.
During a political morning in Kinshasa, Norbert Basengezi stressed the crucial importance of rethinking the foundations of Congolese democracy through electoral, institutional and constitutional reforms. These reforms, according to him, are essential to improve the functioning of institutions, strengthen the transparency of elections and guarantee fair representation of all citizens.
Among the points addressed by Basengezi, the composition of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) is at the heart of the debates. He emphasizes the need to review the selection criteria for CENI members in order to guarantee its impartiality and legitimacy. Similarly, the representation of women in politics and the issue of nationality in the National Assembly are issues that require in-depth reform to ensure better representativeness and inclusiveness of the Congolese political system.
With his experience in organizing past referendums and elections, Norbert Basengezi is convinced of the importance of in-depth and inclusive reflection to define the reforms necessary for the democratic future of the DRC. His voice rises as an invitation to all political actors and civil society to engage in a constructive and open dialogue on the future of their country.
In conclusion, the DRC is at a crucial moment in its political history. The calls for electoral, institutional and constitutional reforms launched by political actors such as Norbert Basengezi are key elements to strengthen democracy and governance in the DRC. It is now time for the various political actors and civil society to unite around this common cause and work together for a democratic and prosperous future for all Congolese.