# DR Congo: Tshisekedi hints at third term, vote delay

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Podcast: [DW AfricaLink](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dw-africalink-200114)
Published: 2026-05-13T14:40:00+00:00
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## Resource

DR Congo's president signals he could delay elections and stay in power longer, citing insecurity. How serious is the crisis — and is this about stability or extending his rule?

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