Uncertainty and Questions Surrounding Congo's Election

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The chapter delves into the uncertainties surrounding Congo's upcoming election, with a divided opposition and the advantages of incumbency for the president. It explores the lack of reliable polls and the concerns raised by domestic election watchers, while Western diplomats express optimism about Congo's democratic process.

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