Democratic Republic of the Congo

Election monitors from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) said on Wednesday that Democratic Republic of Congo’s presidential election “went relatively well” despite chaotic scenes that prevented many from voting.

Government spokesman Lambert Mende accused RFI of discussing results and trends ahead of the official release. … RFI has defended itself, saying it respected the broadcast rules concerning Sunday's presidential elections and did not release any results.

Fears of electoral fraud are rising in the Democratic Republic of the Congo after officials said a total block on internet connections and SMS services imposed after the chaotic presidential poll on Sunday could last for several days.