Congo's President Tshisekedi Re-elected Amid Controversy

Opposition candidates contest the results citing logistical problems and irregularities, as violence erupts in parts of the country.

Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has won reelection with more than 70 percent of the vote, amid opposition claims of massive logistical problems undermining the election.
The second-place candidate was businessman Moise Katumbi, who received 18 percent of the vote, and Martin Fayulu, who received 5 percent, finished third.
Opposition candidates and their supporters have called for the vote to be rerun, citing issues such as late-opening polling stations, lack of materials, and illegible voter cards.
Violence erupted in parts of the country before the results were announced, with youth barricading streets demanding a revote and clashes between Fayulu’s supporters and police officers.
The results will be sent to the constitutional court for confirmation, and the final results are expected on January 10.