Conditions are not yet in place for presidential elections and the credibility of the vote could be compromised
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News about the struggle for democracy in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Democratic Republic of Congo is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, the "2011 elections were marked by a lack of preparation, changes in the structure and function of the electoral commission, limited international logistical support, and inadequate accountability and follow-through on irregularities". Also see our section on World Democracy and our articles on Africa.
Congo Opposition Leader Bemba to Return for Presidential Bid
His homecoming after serving a decade in prison at The Hague could dramatically shake up Congolese politics
New Film Explores Everyday Voices Amid Congo Conflict
Titled, “This Is Congo”, there is a new film directed and filmed by former photojournalist Daniel McCabe
Unified Congolese Opposition Coalition Looking More Likely
Union could include opposition contenders in a presidential vote to choose a successor to President Joseph Kabila
A New Way to Fight Discrimination: Living Libraries
A growing citizen movement known as Living Libraries is designed to smash stereotypes and prejudice through dialogue
Former Congolese Child Soldier Works to Normalize Peace Not War
Michel Chikwanine talks about his experience to audiences around the world — including during a recent peace conference
Experts Gather to Defend Human Rights in Africa’s Great Lakes Region
Meeting to look for ways to reduce violence and human rights abuses through the judicial process
Congo Presidential Hopeful Rejects Any Deal With Kabila
Tshisekedi dismissed speculation he might accept the post of prime minister, something Kabila has offered
South Korea embroiled in DR Congo voting machine controversy
South Korea’s government has officially distanced itself from a firm providing electronic voting machines to the Congo
The Unresolved Crisis Overshadowing Congo’s Vote
Congolese opposition parties are gearing up to draw votes, but cynicism shines through their rhetoric