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politics2 years ago

"Félix Tshisekedi's Controversial Victory Amidst Calls for Election Redo in DRC"

The Democratic Republic of the Congo's recent elections, won by President Félix Tshisekedi, were marred by chaos and allegations of irregularities. Despite a massive voter base and a wide array of political parties, the elections were criticized for their lack of concrete policy proposals and were plagued by logistical issues, violence, and technical failures. Religious leaders and opposition figures raised concerns about the integrity of the results, citing irregularities and a low voter turnout of 43%. The elections, which were more expensive than the country's education or health budget, have raised fears of an erosion of Congolese democracy rather than political instability.

via BBC.com|
##democraticprocess#drcongoelections
politicsenvironment2 years ago

"Congo's President Tshisekedi Secures Re-Election Amidst Global Climate Watch and Election Controversies"

Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected with 73% of the vote amidst election delays and a hunger crisis. His second term is particularly significant for global climate change efforts due to the Democratic Republic of Congo's extensive forests and mineral wealth, which are crucial for environmental conservation and sustainable resource management.

via The Wall Street Journal|
##climatepolicy#congoelection
politicsinternational-affairs2 years ago

Tshisekedi's Controversial Re-election Sparks Dispute in DR Congo Elections

President Félix Tshisekedi has been re-elected for a second term in the Democratic Republic of Congo amidst claims of election irregularities and protests from opposition candidates. The election was marred by logistical issues, with some polling stations opening for an unscheduled second day, and international observers noting numerous irregularities. Despite these issues, the election commission reported a 43% voter turnout and Tshisekedi winning with 73% of the vote. The country, rich in minerals crucial for the green energy transition, faces severe economic and humanitarian challenges, including widespread poverty and conflict in the east.

via The Washington Post|
##congoelections#electionirregularities
politics2 years ago

"Tshisekedi's Contested Victory: DR Congo Election Sparks Opposition Outcry"

Felix Tshisekedi has been re-elected as the president of the Democratic Republic of the Congo amid allegations of election fraud by opposition candidates. The election commission announced Tshisekedi's victory with 73.34% of the vote, but opposition leaders have rejected the results, calling the elections a sham and urging supporters to protest. They demand new elections with a revised electoral body, while the government has dismissed the idea of a rerun.

via The Guardian|
##drc#electionfraud
politics2 years ago

"Congo Election Turmoil Escalates as Calls for Annulment Rise Amidst Protests and Fraud Claims"

Incumbent President Félix Tshisekedi is poised for a decisive win in the Democratic Republic of Congo's presidential election, with partial results showing him with 76% of the vote. His closest rivals, Moïse Katumbi and Martin Fayulu, trailed significantly. Despite the apparent victory, allegations of "organized, planned fraud" and various irregularities have been raised by opponents, with fears of political unrest looming. The final official results are expected on December 31, with the Constitutional Court's decision in January. The elections were also marred by logistical issues and security concerns, particularly in the east of the DRC, where the M23 rebellion has intensified tensions.

via Africanews English|
##drcongoelections#electionresults