 In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the appointment of the Electoral Chief Dennis Kadima has attracted opposition, mainly from religious groups and other opposition parties. Congo's Constitutional Court swore in the Electoral Commission Chief on Tuesday amid controversy over his nomination. The new appointment was confirmed by President Felix Cheshire, but contested by the Catholic Church and Protestants who have a large voting bloc. Opponents fear that Kadima's appointment could strengthen Cheshire's hand in the next election.