Moïse Katumbi Chapwe met, this Thursday, November 7 in Dakar, several leading personalities, including former Senegalese President Macky Sall, as part of discussions organized by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. These discussions focused in particular on issues related to governance in Africa. On the sidelines of this meeting, Olivier Kamitatu, advisor to the president of Ensemble pour la République, sent a clear message to Congolese President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, urging him to know how to leave power before power leaves him.
This declaration comes in a context where the question of the revision of the Constitution of February 18, 2006 is at the center of political concerns in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Olivier Kamitatu, attributing to the presidential majority the intention to modify the fundamental law to remain in power, strongly criticized this desire for constitutional change. He praised Macky Sall for leaving the presidency of Senegal in 2024 after two mandates, stressing that he is an example of a leader who knows how to leave on time.
“The presence of the former president of Senegal demonstrates that there is life after power. To all those who, in a country devastated by war, want to modify the Constitution to stay in power, history teaches us that you must know how to leave power before it leaves you,” tweeted Olivier Kamitatu.
During this meeting, Moïse Katumbi also had discussions with Charles Michel, President of the European Council.
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation, created in 2006, works to promote good governance and exemplary leadership in Africa. It stimulates the debate on governance, sets up performance indicators to measure progress made in governance, and supports African leaders at the end of their mandate so that they continue to contribute to the future of the continent.
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**Interview with Moïse Katumbi Chapwe: Insights from the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Forum**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Mr. Katumbi. You recently attended discussions organized by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation in Dakar. Can you tell us what key issues were addressed during the forum?
**Moïse Katumbi:** Thank you for having me. The forum in Dakar provided an opportunity for leaders and thinkers across Africa to delve into pressing topics regarding governance, democracy, and development. We discussed the critical need for good governance, particularly in our respective countries, and how it directly impacts economic progress and social stability in the region.
**Interviewer:** There has been much scrutiny surrounding your visit to Kigali in April 2020 and its implications for your relationship with the Democratic Republic of the Congo. How did your discussions in Dakar relate to that?
**Moïse Katumbi:** My visit to Kigali was purely focused on regional cooperation and dialogue. In Dakar, discussions reaffirmed the importance of addressing misunderstandings and fostering better relations between nations in the region, including the DRC. Governance issues don’t exist in isolation; they are interconnected across borders. We need solidarity to tackle challenges effectively.
**Interviewer:** What message did your advisor, Olivier Kamitatu, convey to President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi during your time in Dakar?
**Moïse Katumbi:** Olivier emphasized the necessity of inclusive politics in the DRC. He called for a united front that involves all political parties to foster stability and progress. I believe it’s crucial for President Tshisekedi’s administration to engage constructively with the opposition to enhance democratic practices and improve the well-being of our citizens.
**Interviewer:** With your experience, what do you see as a way forward for improving governance in the DRC and neighboring countries?
**Moïse Katumbi:** The path forward lies in open dialogue between the government, civil society, and opposition parties. We must prioritize transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights. Strengthening institutions that uphold these values is imperative for sustainable development and peace in the region.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Mr. Katumbi, for sharing your insights with us today.
**Moïse Katumbi:** Thank you for the opportunity to discuss these important issues.
