National Assembly (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

The National Assembly is the lower house of the Parliament of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Parliament is bicameral, consisting of the National Assembly and the Senate.

The National Assembly is the primary legislative body in the DRC, responsible for drafting, debating, and passing laws. Its members are directly elected by the citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo through a system of proportional representation. The number of seats in the National Assembly is determined by the population size of the country.

Members of the National Assembly serve five-year terms. Key functions of the Assembly include:

• Legislative Power: Enacting laws on a wide range of topics, including economic, social, and political matters.
• Oversight of the Executive Branch: Monitoring the activities of the government and holding the executive branch accountable through mechanisms such as questioning ministers and conducting investigations.
• Budget Approval: Approving the annual budget proposed by the government.
• Ratification of Treaties: Ratifying international treaties and agreements.
• Impeachment: Impeaching the President or other high-ranking government officials for misconduct.

The Speaker of the National Assembly presides over the sessions of the Assembly and plays a key role in managing the legislative agenda. The Assembly operates through committees that specialize in different areas of policy.

The National Assembly is located in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.