From New York, where he was attending the 80th United Nations General Assembly, President Félix Tshisekedi did not shy away from addressing the hot political question in Kinshasa: the resignation of Vital Kamerhe from the presidency of the National Assembly.
Facing the press on Monday, September 22, 2025, the Head of State gave a calm yet brotherly response:
“I learned like you about the resignation of Vital Kamerhe. The parliamentary session was supposed to take place in calm and serenity, but institutions have their own way of functioning. I am not responsible for what happened in the National Assembly.”
A conciliatory tone
Far from showing any break, Félix Tshisekedi reaffirmed the bond with his long-time political ally:
“I continue to consider Vital Kamerhe as an ally, as a brother, unless he himself decides otherwise. As for whether we are still partners—of course. Unless he chooses otherwise. But I see no reason, because I am not the cause of his resignation or his problems.”
With this clarification, the President clearly aimed to ease tensions and silence speculation about a possible fracture within the majority. “This is their internal business. I have nothing to do with it,” he insisted, referring to the turmoil within the National Assembly.
A resignation shaking the political scene
To recall, Vital Kamerhe announced his resignation on Monday, September 22, 2025, after a petition signed by several MPs challenged his leadership at the head of the lower house of Parliament.
This decision marks a major turning point, as Kamerhe is a key figure in the presidential coalition.
The real question now is what consequences this resignation will have on the political balance. But one thing is clear: Félix Tshisekedi wants to preserve the bond with his lifelong ally despite the turbulence.
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