RD Congo: Law on Referendum Conditions Adopted

✅ Good news — Flash Radio shares this positive update with you The National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Congo adopted on Wednesday a bill setting the conditions for organizing a referendum, a text that could reshape the political landscape. This proposal, which allows, among other things, for revising or replacing the Constitution, has raised concerns among the opposition, which sees this move as an attempt to extend the mandate of Félix Tshisekedi. ⏱️ 1 min read Recent facts and developments The adopted text outlines the process for constitutional revision, allowing for a people's consultation to amend existing provisions or establish new ones. The opposition, led by the Movement for Social Democracy (MPS) party, accuses the government of evading the constraints imposed by the current Constitution, which limits the number of presidential mandates. This political tension comes against a backdrop of growing challenges to the legitimacy of the head of state. Supporters of the proposal highlight that the referendum remains a democratic tool for modernizing the state, but the opposition demands guarantees to prevent any manipulation. The vote, scheduled for 2024, could trigger a new constitutional era, provided that institutions ensure the impartiality of the process. The country remains under the spotlight, on the verge of a major change. Flash Radio keeps you informed in real time. ⚡ Key points ▸ The opposition, led by the Movement for Social Democracy (MPS) party, accuses the government of evading the constraints imposed by the current Constitution, which limits the number of presidential mandates. ▸ Supporters of the proposal highlight that the referendum remains a democratic tool for modernizing the state, but the opposition demands guarantees to prevent any manipulation. ▸ The adopted text outlines the process for constitutional revision, author