The debate on the political future of the Democratic Republic of Congo is more relevant than ever, with prominent voices such as Marie-Josée Ifoku calling for deep reforms. During her recent radio appearance, the former provincial governor and unsuccessful presidential candidate spoke of the crucial need to establish a National Mediation Council to foster national cohesion.
According to her, this Council would be a space for discussion that would allow a diversity of voices to be heard, going beyond traditional political divisions. For Marie-Josée Ifoku, the DRC can no longer be satisfied with a political approach centered on partisan interests. A true national renaissance is essential to initiate real economic and social development.
The question of constitutional revision occupies a central place in this debate. While President Félix Tshisekedi has spoken of the need to rethink the current Constitution to adapt it to Congolese realities, Marie-Josée Ifoku insightfully points out that the real problem in the DRC lies more in a crisis of leadership and governance that has persisted for more than sixty years.
Indeed, the country’s constitutional wealth cannot compensate for the shortcomings in terms of vision and competence of its leaders. Beyond the texts, it is a profound questioning of political practices that is necessary to guarantee a more prosperous future for the Congolese nation.
At a time when political and societal issues are becoming increasingly pressing, Marie-Josée Ifoku’s words resonate as a call for collective action and the building of a national consensus. The establishment of a National Mediation Council could thus represent a first step towards a new era of dialogue and collaboration for a more united and prosperous Congo.
In short, the search for sustainable solutions to the country’s challenges requires an inclusive and innovative approach, putting aside partisan interests in favor of the general interest. It is in this spirit that Marie-Josée Ifoku’s proposals deserve to be seriously examined and considered as a valuable avenue of reflection for the future of the DRC.