Protests Erupt in Congo Over Presidential Term Limits

Opposition supporters took to the streets across multiple urban centers, voicing sharp defiance against legislative maneuvers they view as a direct assault on democratic norms. Witnesses reported that police moved quickly to break up the gatherings, firing warning shots into the air and deploying chemical irritants to scatter the crowds.

These demonstrations underscore a volatile shift in the political landscape of the Democratic Republic of Congo. By attempting to bypass established term limits, the administration faces growing pressure from a populace increasingly wary of executive overreach. The standoff remains precarious as activists vow to continue their resistance against any constitutional shifts that would cement Tshisekedi’s grip on power.