The Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to face internal conflict and economic challenges. President Felix Tshisekedi implied he might run for a third term. The only way this would happen is with a change to the constitution. The question remains if he President Tshisekedi has enough support to change or create a new constitution. The only was this would be done is through a referendum. Article 220 states that term limits are imposed on the office of president. However, former President Joseph Kabila term ended in 2016 and he left office in 2019. According to the law, this was a violation of the 2006 constitution. Political opposition accuse the attempt at a third term as a means of keeping power. Having a referendum would be a solution if it is free and fair. Concerns are growing over a possible delay in election due to insurrection in the Eastern DRC. Mediation efforts are showing limited signs of success with the M23 rebels. Those under M23 rebel controlled and Rwanda backed territories are not able to cast ballots. The 2028 elections are facing either possible cancellation or delay. Fear of another large scale Congo War are present. The DRC also faces foreign interference in its internal affairs seeking to steal its mineral wealth. It is unclear if an expansion of presidential terms is a solution.
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