News in the Congo: a report on the state of the national territory
The Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Interior, Security and Customary Affairs, Peter Kazadi, recently presented a weekly retrospective report on the state and administration of the national territory. This report highlights the main events and concerns that have marked the past week.
The report underlines first of all the continuation of the military operations ordered by the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces and the Congolese National Police, within the framework of the state of siege in Ituri and North Kivu. This situation demonstrates the commitment of the Congolese government to fight against armed groups and to restore peace and security in these regions plagued by violence.
The report also mentions the persistent questions of public opinion on the motives for the assassination of the national deputy and honorary minister of Transport, Ways of Communication and Opening up, Chérubin Okende Senga. This case raises concerns about the safety of politicians and the need to strengthen the protection of public figures.
Another concern highlighted in the report concerns the extension of the period for the submission of candidatures for the national legislative elections by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI). This decision sparked debate in public opinion as to the consequences for the ongoing electoral process.
The report also mentions a shocking act of violence, with the massacre of 11 civilians in Rubona village, Rutshuru territory, perpetrated by M23/RDF terrorists. This tragic event underlines the importance of strengthening security measures to protect the population against the armed groups that continue to sow terror.
From a political point of view, the Deputy Prime Minister stresses the need for political leaders to organize better supervision and adequate civic training for the members of their political parties. This election year requires the responsible and peaceful participation of all political actors in order to ensure a transparent and democratic electoral process.
With regard to the fight against banditry and urban crime, the report highlights the efforts made by the governors of the provinces to intensify police operations and arrest the perpetrators of the insecurity that worries the population. These measures aim to guarantee the security of citizens and strengthen the rule of law in the country.
The report also refers to an evaluation meeting chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister, which was attended by the security services, the Congolese National Police and the national director of the Francophone Games.. This meeting resulted in the decision to create a mixed army-police mobile patrol to fight against crime in the city of Kinshasa and its outskirts.
In conclusion, the report stresses the importance of security and stability for the development of the country. The measures taken to fight armed groups, ensure the safety of politicians and fight crime are all positive signs of the Congolese government’s commitment to peace and security. However, persistent challenges require continued action and additional efforts to secure a better future for all Congolese