The election was anticipated to be the DR Congos first democratic transfer of power in 59 years of independence, but has been mired in controversy since the December 30 vote.
Uchaguzi huo ulitabiriwa kuwa  wa kwanza wa kubadilishana madaraka kidemokrasia kwa miaka 59 tangu Kongo ipate uhuru, lakini uchaguzi huo ulighubikwa na mabishano tangu siku ya kupiga kura tarehe 30 Disemba.