In Bangui, the political debate is intensifying over the stance the National Assembly should adopt toward the government. Jean-Symphorien Mapenzi, who holds the strategic position of First Vice-President of the Central African Parliament, recently expressed his vision for how this legislative institution should function. In a notable statement, he sought to clear up ambiguities regarding the nature of parliamentary work. For Mr. Mapenzi, the National Assembly is not intended to be likened to a choir. Through this metaphor, the Vice-President underscores that the body must not be a mere place of rehearsal devoid of political substance. However, behind this nuance regarding the nature of the institution, the political message is unequivocal: Jean-Symphorien Mapenzi expects rigorous group discipline from the deputies. He demands that all elected officials adopt and defend, loudly and clearly, the score dictated by the current regime. This statement raises questions about the balance of power within the current Central African political system. While the call for cohesion is presented as a necessity for stability, the desire to impose a single political line on deputies raises the question of the legislative branch's autonomy in the face of regime directives. While the role of a deputy is traditionally to monitor government action, the position expressed by the First Vice-President suggests a different dynamic, focused on strict alignment. It remains to be seen how this demand will be received within the chamber by the elected officials, whether from the majority or the opposition, in a context where national political stakes remain complex.