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CEDAW Anniversary: Making Women's Equality a Reality in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Although the constitution of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) makes provisions for parity between men and women with a view to fair and equitable participation in the management of the city (Mbuji-Mayi), this participation remains only theoretical, despite the country’s ratification of treaties on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women. Mamie Patricia Kapinga of IFES' hub office in Mbuji-Mayi talks about challenges women face in the country.
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Feature
The Democratic Republic of the Congo’s Independent National Electoral Commission Visits IFES
On March 17, 2016, the IFES hosted the Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to discuss potential support for the DRC's upcoming elections.
News & Updates
Press Release
IFES Statement on Eve of Congolese Elections
On Sunday, July 30th, millions of Congolese will go to the polls to cast their votes in the country’s first multiparty elections since independence in 1960.
News & Updates
Press Release
IFES Launches Innovative Civic Education Program in the Democratic Republic of Congo
USAID recently awarded IFES a $5.2 million contract to conduct a 2‐year civic education program in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The program is designed to help fulfill the Congolese government’s commitment to a process of decentralization to reverse the country’s legacy of poor governance, corruption, and geographic inequality by bringing greater accountability and inclusion at the local level.
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Press Release
NDI-IFES Election Experts Recommend Broad Review of Electoral Process in the Democratic Republic of Congo
A team of international election experts has recommended a broad review of the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with the meaningful participation of all electoral stakeholders and access to all relevant electoral materials.
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Report/Paper
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Strengthening the Political Process during the Transition Period. May 26, 2005.
This report focuses on IFES efforts to strengthen the political process during the DRC’s transition period. The report details the creation and support of the Independent Electoral Council and IFES support provided to Congolese Civil Society.
May 25, 2005
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Report/Paper
Republic of the Congo Pre-Election Assessment Report, December 1, 1991
This 1991 report from the Republic of the Congo focuses on two aspects of pre-election planning conducted by IFES; the preparation of voter registration lists and civic education about the Constitution and the electoral process. The report discusses the economy, electoral laws and procedures.
November 30, 1991
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Report/Paper
Republique du Congo: Evaluation Pre-Electorale, decembre 1991
Une équipe de l’IFES a été envoyée fin octobre -début novembre 1991 au Congo afin de réaliser une évaluation pré-électorale. Les efforts initiaux de l’équipe se sont cristallises sur la préparation des listes d'inscription des électeurs et l'éducation civique portant sur la nouvelle Constitution et le processus électoral.
November 30, 1991
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Report/Paper
Perspectives Sur Les Elections Libres Et Equitables Au Congo, Evaluation et Recommandations du Referendum du 15 mars 1992
This report summarizes IFES findings regarding the prospects for free and fair elections in the Congo. The report, published in 1992 assesses the Congolese electoral system and advances its recommendations for upcoming elections. The report discusses the strengths and weaknesses in electoral institutions ranging from procedural problems and elections dates to absentee voting and civic education. The document also contains a copy of the New Constitution of the Congo.
April 02, 1992
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Report/Paper
Elections in Congo: The Winding Road to Democracy
This report summarizes the finding of IFES election observers in Congo during the legislative and presidential elections held in 1992. The report discusses Congo’s transition to democratic elections and the various rounds in both sets of elections.
August 31, 1992