In the absence of intense international pressure or a public uprising, neither of which seems imminent, the outgoing president may be outgoing in name only.
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Declared Runner-Up Challenges Congo Election Results
Martin Fayulu is demanding a manual recount, accusing the declared winner, Felix Tshisekedi, of a back-room deal with President Joseph Kabila.
Congolese Candidate, Asserting Fraud, Seeks Recount From Court
The announcement by the candidate, Martin Fayulu, came as questions about the fairness of the vote and fears of violence intensified.
Disputed Congo Election Result Leaves Country on Edge
The candidate some say was unfairly denied the presidency called on citizens to “rise as one man to protect victory.” World leaders also raised questions.
Congo Says Felix Tshisekedi Won Election, Rebuffing Independent Review
Outside observers said another presidential candidate, Martin Fayulu, was the runaway winner. Mr. Fayulu called the official results an “electoral swindle.”
Congo Presidential Election Results Delayed
People in the Democratic Republic of Congo had been told they would learn who their new leader was on Wednesday night. The hour passed with no word.
Opposition Leader Is Seen by Church as Winning Congo Vote
The Catholic Church, widely trusted, has determined that Martin Fayulu is the victor of the disputed presidential election, setting up a confrontation with the government.
Warning of ‘Fictitious’ Election Results Online, Congo Cuts Internet for 2nd Day
The Democratic Republic of Congo, waiting for official election results, cut internet connections and SMS services for a second day, saying it wanted to avert chaos.
Congo Votes, Amid Ebola Crisis and Problems at Polls, After Years’ Delay
The long-delayed vote to replace Congo’s leader of 18 years, Joseph Kabila, was marred by torrential rains, lost voter rolls and malfunctioning machines.
As Congo Election Nears, Rioters Storm an Ebola Center and Unrest Grows
Delays of long-anticipated elections to replace President Joseph Kabila are adding to insecurity in a region plagued by an Ebola outbreak and militia violence.