In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the opposition party Ensemble pour la République, led by Moïse Katumbi, has expressed concerns regarding President Félix Tshisekedi's intention to amend the Constitution of February 18, 2006. According to provincial deputy Delly Sesanga, this initiative could lead to legal action for high treason.

"The head of state has taken a solemn constitutional oath that he is obliged to honor," Sesanga stated during a media intervention. He emphasizes that any attempt to change the constitution would be a direct violation of the commitments made by Tshisekedi at his inauguration. This statement comes as national consultations led by the president have been ongoing for several weeks without a clear announcement on the matter.

The deputy also reminded that the current Constitution remains in effect and that the country is already marked by a major security crisis in the east, exacerbated by tensions with the international community. "Changing the Constitution at a time when over 20 million Congolese are displaced due to insecurity in the east of the country would constitute, for us, an act of high treason," he insisted.

This warning comes amid a tense political context in the DRC, where tensions between the government and the opposition have intensified in recent years. In a previous report, LE JOURNAL.AFRICA mentioned attempts by the FCC (Front Commun pour le Congo) to poach pro-Tshisekedi deputies, highlighting a persistent political instability.

Criticism of Tshisekedi is not limited to his constitutional ambitions. Other opposition members have also raised concerns regarding his management of public affairs and his commitment to judicial independence, as reported by Al Jazeera in a recent analysis.

The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether Tshisekedi will pursue his constitutional reform project despite the growing warnings. Reactions within the opposition could influence not only the political stability of the country but also the international perception of his government.