The debate between the clan of businessman Dan Gertler and the “Congo is not for sale” coalition continues to rage. In a recent statement, Dan Gertler’s Ventora group responded to the CNPAV’s accusations, questioning the veracity of certain information put forward by the NGO.
The Ventora group strongly criticized the way the CNPAV presented its information, calling it misleading and lacking in good faith. They pointed out that the charges against Dan Gertler are disputed and presented subjectively as proven facts.
Regarding the withdrawal of libel suits, Gertler’s clan said CNPAV’s description of the status of the lawsuit is a gross manipulation of the facts. They recalled that Dan Gertler had already announced the stay of the defamation lawsuits, with the aim of fostering an environment conducive to dialogue.
However, the Ventora group expressed its disappointment with the unilateral decision of the CNPAV to make its statement public, instead of pursuing the steps to organize a meeting between the two parties.
Despite these differences, the Ventora Group has reaffirmed its commitment to an open and transparent dialogue with civil society, both national and international. They also stood by their offer to withdraw the case altogether, subject to mutual agreement by both parties.
It is clear that the tensions between Dan Gertler’s clan and the “Congo is not for sale” coalition are far from being resolved. The two parties seem to accuse each other of bad faith and a lack of transparency. It remains to be seen whether they will be able to find common ground and put an end to this media feud.
In conclusion, the debate between Dan Gertler’s clan and the “Congo is not for sale” coalition remains lively. The two sides continue to clash on points of accusation and dispute. It is essential to follow the evolution of this case to understand the stakes and the implications for the DRC