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Congo’s Chaotic Election: A Second Day of Delays, Disarray, and Discontent.

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
December 21, 2023
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Congo’s Chaotic Election: A Second Day of Delays, Disarray, and Discontent.
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Hold your hats, my dearly beloved readers, because the Democratic Republic of Congo’s elections are living up to their reputation for being…well, let’s just say, lively. Remember how we all joked about the potential for chaos? Turns out, the joke was on us…but in a not-so-funny way.

Yesterday, voting kicked off for what was supposed to be a smooth general election. Instead, it turned into a day of delays, malfunctioning machines, missing voter names, and even some good old-fashioned chaos (because, hey, that’s just Congo). The election commission, known as CENI, tried to patch things up by extending voting hours, but that just made five of the presidential candidates even grumpier. They’re calling for a whole new election, and honestly, who can blame them?

But this isn’t just about hurt feelings and bruised egos. Congo is a big deal, people. It’s the world’s third-largest copper producer and the top supplier of cobalt, that fancy battery stuff everyone’s talking about. So, who gets to run this giant resource treasure chest matters. A lot.

Take Jean Claude Irenge Kalumuna, a 21-year-old voter in the eastern region. He waited all day yesterday, only to be met with closed doors and frustration. Today, he’s back, determined to make his voice heard. But even in Kinshasa, the capital, things are a bit turpsy turvey One classroom is voting, while another is counting votes from yesterday – talk about multitasking!

Congo’s Chaotic Election: A Second Day of Delays, Disarray, and Discontent

Meanwhile, observers are scratching their heads wondering why voting machines are acting like temperamental teenagers and why half the polling stations decided to take a nap on election day. CENI, the election commission, is trying to put a brave face on things, saying it’s all under control and the delays won’t hurt the vote’s legitimacy. But even they have to admit, things are a bit…messy.

And guess what? The opposition isn’t buying it. They’re calling CENI a bunch of rule-breakers and demanding a fresh start, with a new election commission and a date everyone agrees on. Even Congo’s former ruling party is throwing shade, calling the whole thing a “parody” and a national embarrassment.

So, what’s next? Will Congo manage to pull off a credible election despite the chaos? Will the opposition’s demands be heard? And most importantly, will we ever see a voting machine that doesn’t have a diva complex?

Stay tuned, “my people” because this Congolese election drama is far from over. It’s got more twists and turns than a rollercoaster made of spaghetti, and we’re all strapped in for the wild ride.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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