Interception and incineration of narcotics are positive steps, but aren’t enough to break trafficking networks threatening the country’s security.
The transition process should focus on building strong, accountable institutions rather than just a government of national unity.
With a new majority in Parliament, President Tshisekedi must reform the electoral system ahead of the 2023 polls.
The proposed Congolité law could inflame violence in a country devastated by more than two decades of conflict.
Rather than stirring up new controversies, the government should use the former president’s return to resolve long-standing divisions.
Congolese in eastern DRC will only appreciate the UN peace mission’s efforts when their government makes them feel safe.
The illegal industry is a major source of jobs, making structural solutions as necessary as law enforcement.
Political exclusion ahead of the vote is a strategy by incumbents in West Africa to guarantee re-election.
Ruling parties are using financial and political barriers to prevent their opponents from running for office.
Power-sharing has yet to deliver stability, and it remains to be seen if this alliance is any different.
The African Court’s recent decision could see a political standoff ahead of presidential elections in April 2021.
A failure to link current and past electoral problems is leading the country down a democratic dead end.
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