The capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa, ground to a near standstill following a general strike called by opposition groups. The protest, organized as a “dead city” campaign, aims to oppose President Félix Tshisekedi’s proposed plans to reform the country’s constitution. While the government argues the current 2006 constitution is outdated and hinders governance, opposition figures contend that any revision is a political strategy to allow the president to bypass term limits and extend his time in office.
- Opposition coalitions launched a “dead city” strike in Kinshasa, causing widespread closures of businesses, markets, and schools.
- The strike targets President Félix Tshisekedi’s plans to amend or rewrite the nation’s 2006 constitution.
- Opponents fear the proposed reform is intended to eliminate presidential term limits, enabling the president to remain in power beyond his current second term.
- Government supporters maintain that the current constitution was drafted under foreign influence during a transitional period and needs updating to better serve the country’s sovereignty.
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