The FCC has accused Tshisekedi of engaging in “political machination” designed to distract from his administration’s failures regarding security and governance. Kabila countered Tshisekedi’s assertion that the 2006 Constitution was crafted by Congolese representatives by asserting that it does not warrant revision based on current political interests.
This latest development echoes Kabila’s earlier attempts in 2015 to modify constitutional provisions, which were met with significant resistance from civil society and religious groups. As Kabila rallies support against what he perceives as an authoritarian shift, the political climate in the DRC remains charged with uncertainty regarding future governance and stability.