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Political paralysis and Covid-19 make this the DRC’s bleakest independence day in 60 years
Measures are strongest punitive action taken since presidential vote marred by fraud
Despite first change of leader via polls since independence, ex-president holds many cards
FCC will have wide-ranging powers including ability to select next prime minister
Felix Tshisekedi takes office amid doubts over legitimacy of his victory
Other African leaders have rallied to his cause after huge electoral fraud
Devices used for first time show official victor Tshisekedi came second
Electoral commission must prove honest dealing or conduct a recount
FT analysis of two voting databases shows Martin Fayulu won the presidential election
But in its messy way, the vote represents a move towards democracy
Son of leading opponent to dictator Mobutu wins in contentious circumstances
Bishops dispute electoral commission’s figures that handed victory to Felix Tshisekedi
The strongman’s move to back surprise winner Felix Tshisekedi could yet spell defeat
The country’s neighbours should direct President Joseph Kabila to the exit
US warns electoral authorities not to distort outcome
Intervention by bishops sets up potential confrontation with Kabila
Election passed off peacefully but all camps are braced to contest the outcome
Anger in Kinshasa after long overdue vote is postponed by seven days
Postponement threatens to inflame tense situation in African nation amid fears of poll rigging
Kabila’s government cannot be allowed to delay the vote any longer
Opposition presidential candidate has faced obstacles as shots and tear gas are fired
If vote rigging is too blatant, the urban youth that demanded elections will erupt again
Joseph Kabila tells FT he is respecting constitution by leaving power after 17 years
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