Title: Félix Tshisekedi and the commitment to eastern DRC: Diving into security challenges
Introduction :
Since his accession to the presidency of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Felix Tshisekedi has promised to invest himself fully in the resolution of security problems in the east of the country. His desire to settle in Goma, the emblematic city of this troubled region, was hailed as a strong sign of his commitment. However, recently, the president has reconsidered his position, explaining that he can monitor the situation remotely thanks to technology. This decision sparked reactions and reignited the debate on the persistent security challenges in eastern DRC.
Background analysis:
Felix Tshisekedi was elected promising to restore peace and security throughout the country, with particular emphasis on the East, a region scarred by a hundred armed groups and attacks from neighboring countries. His initial decision to settle in Goma was hailed as proof of his commitment to the people of that region. However, he has now reneged on that promise, explaining that he can monitor the situation from his headquarters in Kinshasa thanks to technology. This decision can be seen as a disappointment for those who hoped for a physical presence of the president in the region to testify to his commitment.
Shape analysis:
In his speech in Sake in October 2020, Félix Tshisekedi expressed his desire to live with the people of Goma, to hear their daily problems and to find solutions together. This had created strong expectations among the population of the East, who hoped for a leader present on the ground, ready to face the security challenges they face. However, the president explained in an interview more recently that the technology allows him to follow the battles on the ground in real time with sound and image, thus making his physical presence less necessary. This explanation may have left some skeptics as to its real involvement in resolving the security crisis.
Style analysis:
Félix Tshisekedi is known for his committed speech and his asserted will to face the problems of the DRC. However, his decision not to settle in Goma has raised questions about his ability to manage the security situation in the east of the country. Some criticize this decision and believe that it shows a lack of consideration of the realities on the ground. Others, on the contrary, welcome the use of technology and see in it a proof of adaptation and efficiency in the management of the affairs of the country.
Conclusion :
Félix Tshisekedi’s decision not to settle in Goma and to monitor the security situation from a distance sparks debate and contrasting reactions. While some see this decision as a sign of disengagement, others see it as an efficient use of technology. However, security challenges persist in eastern DRC and require continued attention from the government to ensure the long-awaited peace and security of the population.