Emmanuel Shadary
Elections held in DR Congo amid allegations of irregularity, postponement

The Election Commission postponed the polling in the eastern region of the country, which is said to be a stronghold of the opposition groups, citing outbreak of Ebola and violence.

Elections in DR Congo: Undeterred by looming chaos, the people fight on

The elections scheduled on December 23 face a number of logistical obstacles. The government of Joseph Kabila has also prevented the opposition from mounting an effective campaign. Nonetheless, the people are mobilizing in thousands against the president