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           UN Envoy: Congo Political Tensions High Ahead of 2016 Vote

   by Reuters

   The U.N. envoy for Congo says political tensions are running high ahead
   of 2016 legislative and presidential elections and human rights
   violations related to the electoral process are increasing.

   Martin Kobler, in his final briefing to the U.N. Security Council
   before stepping down, urged the Congolese government to ensure that the
   elections "are transparent, credible and inclusive."

   He urged government authorities on Wednesday to immediately decide on
   the electoral calendar and budget, and update the voter registry to
   include those who turned 18-year-old since the last elections in 2011.

   Congo has never had a peaceful transfer of power in its 55 years of
   independence. President Joseph Kabila is barred by the constitution
   from seeking a third term but is widely believed to be seeking to
   prolong his rule.
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   [1]http://www.voanews.com/content/reu-un-congo-kabila-2016/2996624.html

References

   1. http://www.voanews.com/content/reu-un-congo-kabila-2016/2996624.html