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DRC opposition vows to resist constitutional changes under Tshisekedi

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The Democratic Republic of Congo's opposition party has formally condemned President Félix Tshisekedi for enacting a new law that allegedly grants him a third term in office, marking a significant political confrontation between the ruling party and its opposition. This event occurred in November 2026, following the passage of legislation that critics argue violates constitutional limits on presidential tenure.

Key points

• The opposition party explicitly condemned President Félix Tshisekedi for enacting a new law that allegedly grants him a third term in office.
• The law in question was passed in November 2026, leading to immediate condemnation from opposition leaders.

Context

This development highlights ongoing tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo between the ruling party and its opposition, with the new legislation serving as a focal point for political disputes over constitutional limits on presidential tenure.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the opposition's condemnation of the law; specific details about the law's content, the opposition's specific accusations, or the legal basis for the third term are not provided in the source.

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