Title: The handover of the Mungbwalu road: a step towards the development of Ituri
Introduction :
The military governor of Ituri, Lt-Gen Luboya N’kashama, recently paid a visit to the rural commune of Mungbwalu, located in the province of Ituri in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Accompanied by a delegation from the military administration, he officially handed over the rehabilitated Bunia – Iga-Barrière -Mungbwalu road to the population. This rehabilitation, the result of advocacy led by the first lady of the DRC, Denise Nyakeru, aims to improve the living conditions of the inhabitants of the mining region of Mungbwalu. In this article, we will return to this significant event for Ituri and analyze its implications for the development of the region.
A commitment kept:
In his speech at the handover of the Mungbwalu road, General Luboya underlined the importance of this event for the population of the region. He referred to the advocacy of the first lady of the DRC and welcomed the fulfillment of her promise to rehabilitate this road. This commitment to the population testifies to the importance given to the development of Ituri by the authorities.
Call for peace and reconciliation:
General Luboya also took the opportunity to send a message to the armed groups present in the region. He urged them to lay down their arms and join the Disarmament, Demobilization and Community and Socio-economic Reintegration Program (P.DDRC-S). He warned those who refused to surrender, stating that they would be hunted down by national and international justice. At the same time, the governor called on the communities of Ituri to forgive each other and work together for reconciliation.
Impacts for the population:
The handing over of the Mungbwalu road was enthusiastically received by the local population. Residents appreciated the Governor’s visit to their area and expressed their joy at seeing this road rehabilitated. They pointed to the positive spin-offs, such as lower prices for basic necessities and the free movement of people and goods. This improvement in transport infrastructure helps to facilitate economic exchanges and the development of the region.
Future prospects:
The governor also promised to resolve the recurring problem at mining sites in the region. He plans to invite the minister of mines of the central government to find a lasting solution, inspired by the experience of Katanga. This approach aims to promote an environment conducive to mining and economic development in Ituri.
Conclusion :
The official handover of the Mungbwalu road by the military governor of Ituri marks a significant step forward for the development of the region. This event demonstrates the authorities’ commitment to improving infrastructure and the well-being of local populations. By calling for peace and reconciliation, the governor is sending a strong message to the armed groups that are disrupting the region. This road restoration opens the way to new development prospects for Ituri and demonstrates the importance of collaboration between local authorities and the central government to transform the reality of this mining region.