In the DRC, opposition rejects consultations announced by Félix Tshisekedi
Félix Tshisekedi’s plan for a national dialogue is already causing a clear political divide in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The C64 opposition coalition and supporters of Joseph Kabila oppose the announced consultations, while the presidential majority backs the initiative.
The national dialogue envisaged by Félix Tshisekedi has failed to win consensus in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The consultations announced by the Congolese president have been rejected by part of the opposition, according to France 24 Afrique.
Two camps over the plan
The C64 coalition, which brings together opposition figures, is opposed to the consultations. Supporters of former president Joseph Kabila also share this rejection.
Conversely, the presidential majority supports the process sought by Félix Tshisekedi. The national dialogue plan has therefore emerged as a new source of disagreement among Congolese political forces.
A process already challenged
The available information does not specify either the arrangements or the timetable for the consultations. It does, however, confirm that their announcement immediately prompted opposing positions: rejection from the C64 and Joseph Kabila’s supporters, and a defence of the process by the presidential camp.
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