Congolese politics never ceases to be talked about. Recently, Prime Minister Augustin Matata Ponyo’s statement on the firearm allegedly carried by Salomon Kalonda Della Idi sparked opposition outrage. Indeed, according to Matata, the weapon actually belonged to his bodyguard and not to one of Moise Katumbi’s advisers, as had been announced by the military intelligence services.
This affair, which led to the arrest of Salomon Kalonda Della Idi, was described as “political” by several voices of the opposition. According to them, this is a government ploy to eliminate political rivals ahead of the elections scheduled for December 2023. For the moment, Salomon Kalonda Della Idi is still being held in the premises of the ex-DEMIAP.
However, this case is only the tip of the iceberg. Indeed, the DRC faces many challenges, including the management of its natural resources. Despite its wealth of natural resources, the DRC encounters difficulties in transforming these resources into a driver of sustainable development and energy transition. Companies such as Barrick are making efforts to contribute to responsible mining in the DRC, but the overall situation remains complex.
In addition, the recurring transporter strike in Kinshasa threatens the safety and well-being of citizens, while MP Solange Masumbuko reacts to the adoption of the new law on the distribution of seats in the National Assembly, which has sparked controversies.
In short, politics in the DRC is a complex and multifaceted subject, with economic, social and political stakes. The challenges are many, but the DRC is a country in the making, which seeks to develop despite the obstacles