The security situation in Kwamouth in the province of Mai-Ndombe is beginning to stabilize, according to the latest information reported by the VPM, Minister of the Interior, Security and Customary Affairs, Peter Kazadi. The attackers are pushed back and peace is gradually returning to the region. As a result, the government has decided to begin the process of retraining the defense and security forces in order to support them in the registration of voters in this part of the country.
The VPM specifies that measures are also being taken to strengthen security in other areas affected by instability, such as Rutshuru and Masisi, which are still under attack from the terrorist group M23 and its Rwandan supporters. The government is determined to recover these territories as well as any other part occupied by foreign forces coming from Rwanda.
In this context, the registration of voters in Kwamouth, which had been postponed for security reasons, will be able to be organized. The National Independent Electoral Commission (CENI) is ready to carry out this operation, and security forces will be deployed to ensure their protection.
However, the situation in the east of the country, notably in Masisi and Rutshuru, remains worrying, with persistent rebel activities. The government is actively working to restore security in these areas and to recover the occupied territories.
The voter identification and registration operation is essential to guarantee a transparent and democratic electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite the security challenges, the government and the CENI are determined to ensure the participation of all Congolese citizens in this crucial process.
In conclusion, the security situation in Kwamouth is gradually improving, allowing the launch of voter registration in this region. The government is putting in place measures to strengthen security and stabilize other areas affected by instability. The aim is to guarantee a free, fair and transparent electoral process throughout the country