Felix Tshisekedi Begins Second Term as DRC President Amid Election Controversy

Tshisekedi pledges unity and conflict resolution in inauguration speech, but concerns over regional stability persist.

Felix Tshisekedi has been sworn in for a second term as President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) following a disputed election.
Tshisekedi won the election with over 70% of the vote, but the legitimacy of the election has been questioned due to logistical issues and allegations of fraud.
In his inauguration speech, Tshisekedi pledged to unite the country and address the ongoing conflict in the eastern region of the DRC.
Tshisekedi's first term was marked by failed attempts to quell unrest in the east and improve living conditions in the DRC, a country rich in mineral resources but with a largely impoverished population.
The president's threats of war with neighbouring Rwanda, accusations of Rwanda supporting rebel groups, and the replacement of East African peacekeeping forces with Southern African forces have raised concerns about the future stability of the region.