DRC opposition coalition C64 announces national march for September 15

Coalition Article 64 constitutional reform national dialogue Félix Tshisekedi Kinshasa protests

The opposition coalition Article 64 (C64) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced a nationwide peaceful march for September 15, coinciding with the parliamentary reopening. This mobilization follows the expiration of an ultimatum issued to President Félix Tshisekedi to convene an inclusive national dialogue.

The C64, which includes prominent figures such as Martin Fayulu and Moïse Katumbi, is protesting against potential constitutional changes. The coalition argues that any revision or referendum could be used to bypass existing legal protections and allow President Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office.

Political tension has escalated following the Constitutional Court's July 28 ruling, which declared the law organizing a referendum constitutional but included thirteen significant reservations. In response, President Tshisekedi has requested that Parliament reconsider the text, with the National Assembly planning to deliberate during the September session. While some civil society groups view the referral to Parliament as a step toward resolution, others, including members of the Ensemble pour la République party, warn that the move is merely a delay and demand concrete political guarantees regarding term limits.

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Coalition Article 64 · Democratic Republic of the Congo · Félix Tshisekedi · Martin Fayulu · Moïse Katumbi · Olivier Kamitatu Etsu · Palais du Peuple

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[DISPUTED] The C64 opposition coalition has announced a nationwide peaceful march scheduled for September 15. congorassure.cd · drcactu.cd · election-net.com · fr.news.yahoo.com · www.rfi.fr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The National Assembly announced that the deliberation on the referendum law will occur in September 2026. lebarometre.cd
[● 6 SOURCES] The C64 demanded the official convocation of an inclusive national dialogue, an ultimatum that expired on August 15. congorassure.cd · www.laprosperite.cd · election-net.com · nzadinews.net · fr.news.yahoo.com · +1 more
[● 2 SOURCES] The Constitutional Court ruled the referendum law constitutional but added thirteen specific reservations. lebarometre.cd · www.congoindependant.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The C64 is protesting against any constitutional changes, including referendums or revisions. congorassure.cd · fr.news.yahoo.com · www.rfi.fr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Olivier Kamitatu of Ensemble pour la République urged the government to provide real guarantees rather than mere delays. actualite.cd
[○ 1 SOURCE] President Tshisekedi requested Parliament to reconsider the law regarding referendum organization. lebarometre.cd
[● 4 SOURCES] The opposition claims constitutional changes are maneuvers to allow President Félix Tshisekedi a third term. congorassure.cd · drcactu.cd · fr.news.yahoo.com · www.rfi.fr