Title: Kinshasa: Martin Fayulu’s party requests authorization for a march on July 29
Introduction :
The political party Commitment for Citizenship and Development (ECIDé), led by opponent Martin Fayulu, has officially submitted a request for authorization to Kinshasa City Hall for the organization of a march scheduled for July 29. This demonstration aims to demand credible elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with an electoral file audited by independent international experts.
Body of the article:
In a letter signed by the secretary general of the party, Devos Kitoko, the ECIDé justifies the holding of this march by stressing the importance of guaranteeing transparent, impartial and inclusive elections. According to the party, the audit of the electoral register by an independent external body is an essential prerequisite to ensure the credibility of the electoral process.
The march, which will begin in district 3 of Masina and end at the Buddha field in the commune of N’djili in Kinshasa, is an initiative of Martin Fayulu and the LAMUKA coalition. They have clearly stated that they will not participate in the elections if the electoral register is not audited by an independent international firm.
This request for authorization to walk comes in a tense political context in the Democratic Republic of Congo. As the country prepares for the next elections, the opposition is demanding electoral reforms and expressing concerns about the transparency of the electoral process.
Several voices were raised to support the approach of ECIDé and Martin Fayulu. Some believe that the audit of the electoral register is essential to establish the confidence of citizens in the electoral process and guarantee free and fair elections.
However, other voices criticize this initiative, calling it a political strategy to manipulate public opinion. They believe that the opposition march risks disrupting public order and creating tension in the city.
Conclusion :
Martin Fayulu’s ECIDé party request for authorization to march on July 29 bears witness to persistent concerns about the credibility and transparency of the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. As the opposition continues to push for electoral reforms, it is essential that steps are taken to ensure free and fair elections. The decision to authorize or not this march will determine the evolution of the political situation in the country