Congo's Coalition Article 64 calls for Aug. 15 protests after court backs referendum law

Coalition Article 64 referendum law Constitutional Court August 15 protest DRC

The Constitutional Court of the Democratic Republic of Congo ruled that the proposed referendum law is constitutional, attaching thirteen interpretative reservations. The opposition alliance Coalition Article 64 (C64) condemned the ruling as a breach of constitutional order, labeling it a “judicial rebellion” and a “high‑treason” act that could lead to the balkanisation of the Republic and pave the way for President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term. The coalition announced a nationwide mobilisation on 15 August 2026, urging Congolese at home and abroad to remain vigilant and to protest the decision. C64 reiterated its ultimatum to the president to abandon any constitutional revision.

Government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya clarified that while the court’s decision validates the legal framework for a referendum, it does not trigger the organisation or launch of the vote, and the process still requires presidential promulgation.

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15 August 2026 mobilisation · Coalition Article 64 · Constitutional Court of the DRC · Constitutional Court of the Democratic Republic of Congo · Félix Tshisekedi · Jean‑Marc Kabund · Martin Fayulu · Patrick Muyaya

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[● 4 SOURCES] The Constitutional Court declared the referendum law constitutional. umuseke.rw · election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[● 3 SOURCES] C64 warned the court’s decision could lead to balkanisation of the Republic. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[● 2 SOURCES] The court’s ruling could enable President Félix Tshisekedi to pursue a third term. election-net.com
[● 3 SOURCES] C64 claims the Constitutional Court lacks legitimacy and colludes with President Félix Tshisekedi. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[● 3 SOURCES] C64 announced further political actions and a mobilisation on 15 August 2026. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[○ 1 SOURCE] C64 described the decision as a judicial rebellion by the Constitutional Court. www.radiookapi.net
[● 4 SOURCES] Coalition Article 64 rejected the court's decision, calling it null and void. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net · umuseke.rw
[● 3 SOURCES] Key figures in C64 include Martin Fayulu, Moïse Katumbi, Jean‑Marc Kabund, Augustin Matata Ponyo and Delly Sesanga. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[● 3 SOURCES] C64 announced further political actions and protests on 15 August 2026. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net
[● 2 SOURCES] C64 accused the Constitutional Court of lacking legitimacy and being corrupted by President Félix Tshisekedi. www.radiookapi.net
[● 2 SOURCES] C64 includes opposition figures Martin Fayulu, Moïse Katumbi, Jean‑Marc Kabund, Augustin Matata Ponyo and Delly Sesanga. election-net.com
[● 5 SOURCES] The Constitutional Court of the DRC declared the referendum law constitutional. election-net.com · www.radiookapi.net · congorassure.cd · yabisonews.cd