President Félix Tshisekedi has announced plans to establish a commission in 2025 tasked with drafting a new Constitution for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), reported RFI. Speaking from Kisangani in Tshopo Province, Tshisekedi criticized the current Constitution, describing it as poorly designed and written abroad, and stated that it no longer aligns with the DRC’s needs.
The new commission, he said, will consist of members from diverse social sectors, ensuring that the proposed Constitution reflects the country’s unique realities and supports effective governance. Tshisekedi highlighted that several articles within the 2006 Constitution are outdated, including those limiting the head of state’s mandates.
While Tshisekedi, who began his second and final term in December 2023, stressed that adjusting term limits is “not the president’s task,” he underscored that any potential changes would require the people’s input. He also cautioned political opponents against using this announcement as an opportunity to destabilize the nation, emphasizing that the reform process will prioritize stability and public consensus.
