Referendum Law Sparks Debate on Third Term
The C64 opposition group is angry. The Constitutional Court said President Tshisekedi can run for another term. They want people to protest on August 15th.
The Constitutional Court in the Democratic Republic of Congo made a decision. This decision allows President Félix Tshisekedi to possibly run for a third term in office. The C64 coalition strongly disagrees with this ruling. They are planning a meeting with the Congolese people on August 15th. Prince Epenge, a spokesperson, is involved in these plans.
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Highlights
Court Allows Third Term
The Constitutional Court ruled a referendum could allow Félix Tshisekedi to run for a third term.
Opposition Strongly Criticizes
The C64 opposition coalition is strongly criticizing the Constitutional Court’s decision.
Referendum Planned for August 15th
A referendum is planned for August 15th for Congolese people to vote.
Opposition Mobilization Called
The opposition is calling on Congolese people to mobilize on August 15th.
Lamuka Coalition Responds
Prince Epenge discussed the situation with the Congolese people.