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Added on the 23/06/2019 08:46:03 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Felix Tshisekedi, one of the main opposition candidates in next month's presidential election in the Democratic Republic of Congo, returns to Kinshasa. IMAGES
After more than 11 years abroad -- a decade of it behind bars -- former DR Congo warlord Jean-Pierre Bemba returns home, a move likely to ratchet up tension in the volatile country. Bemba has vowed to contest twice-delayed elections due to take place on December 23. IMAGES
A polling station in Kinshasa finally closes after hours of delays. DR Congo's election authorities have announced that voting will continue the following day in areas where voters could not cast ballots due to severe logistical problems. IMAGES
Outgoing President Felix Tshisekedi votes in Kinshasa, as he vies for a second term in the face of a fragmented opposition of 18 candidates. During his campaign, he asked voters five more years to "consolidate the gains". IMAGES
Denis Mukwege, Nobel Peace Prize winner and Democratic Republic of Congo opposition presidential casts his ballot in the general elections, at a polling center in Kinshasa. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.