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DR Congo's Constitutional Court Confirms Tshisekedi's Re-election Amid Controversy

Opposition leaders, alleging fraud and logistical mishaps, call for a re-run of the election.

  • Democratic Republic of Congo's Constitutional Court has confirmed Felix Tshisekedi's re-election as president, with him winning 73.47% of the vote.
  • The court rejected two legal challenges to the election results, including a petition by opposition candidate Theodore Ngoy to annul the vote.
  • Opposition leaders, including Moise Katumbi who came second with 18.08% of the vote, have called the election a 'sham' and demanded a re-run.
  • The election was marred by logistical issues, including late opening of polling stations, lack of materials, and illegible voter cards.
  • Despite the controversy, Tshisekedi is set to be sworn in at the end of January for another five-year term.
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