DR Congo: Tensions mount over planned constitutional referendum

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DR Congo: Tensions mount over planned constitutional referendum

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Political tensions are rising in the Democratic Republic of Congo over a planned constitutional referendum, which critics say is an attempt by President Tshisekedi to seek a third term. Planned protests have been postponed following mediation from the African Union.

Tensions are rising in DR Congo over plans to introduce a new constitution. The opposition accuses President Tshisekedi of using it to seek a third term but has postponed planned protests following an AU mediation offer.

World Security Conflict Politics Democratic Republic of Congo constitutional referendum Tshisekedi African Union political tensions protests

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