RDPC

The RDPC (Rassemblement Démocratique du Peuple Camerounais) is the ruling political party in Cameroon. Recent news focuses on a proposed reform to the electoral code, specifically Article 170, which governs the length of municipal mandates. The RDPC-dominated parliament is considering a bill that would grant the head of state the power to extend the mandates of municipal councilors indefinitely. While the adoption of the law was expected to be a formality, the parliamentary session to vote on the modification was postponed. The modification to Article 170 was approved in commission by a vote of 16 to 2. This proposed change is significant as it could potentially allow the RDPC to maintain control at the local level without holding elections, raising concerns about democratic processes and the concentration of power.