Impact of Political Alternation on Economic Development

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[...] State representatives continue to control most decisions at the local level, in contradiction with the principles of a proximity governance. DRC The electoral process and the political situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) between 2016 and 2018 revealed a chaotic transition, marked by institutional blockages, a severe security crisis, and systematic repression of civil society. At the root of this impasse is the refusal of President Joseph Kabila to leave power at the end of his second term, which expired in December 2016, despite constitutional limitations. [...]

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[...] In light of this reality, this thesis focuses on a crucial issue: how do political regimes influence economic prosperity in Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo Through a comparative analysis of two emblematic states in Central Africa, this research examines the differentiated effect of authoritarian stability and political alternation on economic and social dynamics. On one hand, Cameroon, led by the same president for over four decades, embodies a model of institutional continuity. On the other, the DRC experienced an unprecedented presidential alternation in 2019, opening the way for a series of reforms, despite strong institutional uncertainties. The challenge is twofold. [...]

[...] It is therefore crucial to protect the careers of high-ranking officials and develop a predictive management of skills. 4. Create multipart managerial coalitions to support reforms: reforms must be based on sustainable partnerships with the private sector, civil society, and local authorities, in order to guarantee their feasibility and territorial legitimacy. 5. Leverage digital transformation to modernize public management: e-governance must be thought of as a performance and inclusion lever, and not just a technological modernization. It requires investments in training, data governance, and service transparency. [...]

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