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DRC President Tshisekedi Enacts Law Enabling Referendum on New Constitution, Paving Way for Third Term

On November 9, a law allowing a new constitution to be submitted to a referendum came into effect in the DRC, a technical step that could enable President Tshisekedi to extend his rule beyond 2028. The opposition opposes the move but lacks political leverage. This marks a significant shift in the country's political trajectory, raising concerns about democratic backsliding and potential instability.

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Le Monde1 day agoCDCredibility 52%View source

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Mosaic Score7.7

Model confidence0.9

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.5

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#constitution #referendum #third-term #tshisekedi #drc #political-crisis

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developingPolitics17h ago

DRC Constitutional Revision: Tshisekedi Enacts Law Enabling Potential Third Term

President Félix Tshisekedi has enacted a law enabling constitutional revision, a move confirmed by multiple sources. This action is widely interpreted by the opposition and analysts as a mechanism to potentially extend his rule beyond the current two-term limit. The exact scope, timeline, and specific legal basis for the constitutional revision remain unclear.

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activePoliticsHealth2h ago