In this year 2024 marked by growing political unrest in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Moïse Katumbi, emeritus leader of the political party Ensemble pour la République, recently announced the holding of a peaceful sit-in in front of the Kinshasa Palace of Justice on September 25. This event, scheduled to start at 9 a.m., is of capital importance in a context marked by growing political repression and an alarming disregard for justice towards political opponents and civil society actors.
In a poignant statement published recently, Moïse Katumbi highlighted the urgency of the current political situation, marked by the arbitrary arrest of Seth Kikuni on September 2. This sad episode adds to a series of tragic events, such as the assassination of the Honorable Chérubin Okende and the illegal detention of several prominent political figures, including Jean-Marc Kabund and Mike Mukebay. These acts, according to him, bear witness to an alarming authoritarian drift of the regime in place.
Thus, in a vibrant call for mobilization, Moïse Katumbi affirmed with determination that Congolese democracy is threatened. He warmly invited activists, sympathizers and every citizen to join this historic demonstration to defend the rights and freedoms of the Congolese people. His sincere plea aims to oppose repeated violations of the Constitution, as well as obvious abuses of power. He launches an urgent call for a massive mobilization during the sit-in planned in Kinshasa.
This initiative therefore marks a new turning point in the struggle for democracy in the DRC, highlighting the legitimate demands of the people in the face of an authoritarian regime that is drifting. The courage and determination of Moïse Katumbi and his supporters raise hope for change, symbolized by this peaceful and mobilizing sit-in. The international community will closely observe this manifestation of civil resistance and the struggle for justice and fundamental rights.