Constitutional revision: "Sauvons la RDC" movement supports the C64 Coalition's approach

The formation of the "Coalition Article 64 for the Defense of the Constitutional Order" (C64) has garnered significant attention within the Congolese political landscape. The movement "Sauvons la RDC," closely aligned with former President Joseph Kabila, has publicly endorsed the C64's efforts, viewing the application of Article 64 of the Constitution as an "existential requirement for the nation." This coalition represents a significant opposition bloc, united against what they perceive as authoritarian drifts and attempts to undermine the country's fundamental law.

While supporting the C64's stance against constitutional amendments and potential term extensions, "Sauvons la RDC" urges the coalition to broaden its objectives. They argue that the current crisis transcends mere legal disputes, pointing to deeper structural issues such as state mismanagement and the establishment of a "tyranny." This perspective suggests that a purely legal defense of the constitution is insufficient without addressing the underlying governance failures that threaten the Republic's stability and the well-being of its citizens.

The call for a "general popular mobilization" by "Sauvons la RDC" underscores a belief in the power of collective action to safeguard national interests. They advocate for a patriotic awakening, urging the Congolese people to unite not only in defending the constitution but also in decisively rejecting any efforts to prolong presidential mandates. This, they contend, is the only path to restoring peace, dignity, and prosperity to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The debate over the nation's constitutional future is intensifying, with other political figures, like Eugène Diomi Ndongala, also firmly opposing any revisions.