Mushikiwabo says DR Congo unlikely to quit La Francophonie
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on The New Times (Rwanda)
Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, considers a DR Congo withdrawal unlikely if she wins a new term. She recalls that Kinshasa has taken part in the electoral process since early 2026, according to an interview with Africa 24.
Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), considers it unlikely that the Democratic Republic of the Congo would withdraw from the organisation if she is reappointed to her post. She said on Friday 13 November on Africa 24 that she would be surprised if such a withdrawal occurred because of the election result.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has taken part in the electoral process since early 2026, including with its own candidate and during hearings held in June, according to Louise Mushikiwabo. She believes that withdrawing as the vote approaches would not be the best choice.
Louise Mushikiwabo also said that the 53 full members of the OIF collectively take part in choosing the Secretary-General and that no country has a veto. Her comments come as the OIF could hold a vote to decide between the candidates for Secretary-General, according to the OIF could elect its Secretary-General in an unprecedented vote.
