The National Commission for Human Rights (CNDH) in the Democratic Republic of Congo filed an activity report for the 2022 financial year before the National Assembly on Friday, June 2, 2023. The legislation in force provides in its article 7 that the CNDH publish an annual report on its activities and submit it to a number of institutions, including the National Assembly, the Senate, the Government, the Constitutional Court, and others.
Paul Nsapu, the president of the CNDH declared that the body is doing well and at work. It pursues its action by publishing quarterly and half-yearly reports. The CNDH is particularly concerned about security in certain parts of the country and electoral problems. Nsapu requested the support of the budgetary authority to enable the necessary investigations to be carried out on the situation in the DRC.
According to article 222 of the constitution of the DRC, the National Commission for Human Rights is a technical institution responsible for protecting and promoting human rights, as well as guaranteeing fundamental freedoms. In its mission, it responds only to the law. Despite the difficulties, the CNDH continues to advocate for the application of human rights and security to the population.
The DRC faces several security threats and the situation is being closely monitored by the international community. A recent terrorist attack in Beni, in the east of the country, has raised concerns about the security situation. Armed groups operate in this region without the authorities succeeding in containing them. National and international justice await the perpetrators and instigators, authorities said.
Finally, in a context of economic development, the fair for young Congolese entrepreneurs was successfully organized in Kinshasa. Young entrepreneurs were able to discuss the opportunities and challenges of the Congolese market. The development of entrepreneurship in the DRC could contribute to the economic recovery of the country.
However, restricting access to social networks could undermine democracy. The proposed distribution of seats in view of the elections may also complicate the situation. Citizens’ movements have called for the suspension of the bill, which risks hindering the transparency and fairness of the electoral process.
In short, the country is caught between security, economic and political issues. The authorities have the responsibility to guarantee transparency and democracy for the good of the people. The international community is monitoring the situation closely and awaits concrete measures to respond to the challenges.