In a statement on Monday, SADC chairperson Hage Geingob called upon the Congolese to accept the outcome “and consolidate democracy and maintain a peaceful and stable environment following the landmark elections.”
“We further congratulate the people of DRC, the political leadership and all stakeholders in the country for conducting the elections in a peaceful manner despite the security and logistical challenges,” Geingob said.
He urged all stakeholders to support Tshisekedi and his government in maintaining unity, peace and stability; and attaining socio-economic development in the DRC.
Geingob, who is also the president of Namibia, said “SADC looks forward to a peaceful transfer of power to the President-elect.”