News: Julie Kalenga appointed to act for Kasaï-Oriental
In a recent decision, the vice-minister of the interior appointed Julie Kalenga, vice-governor of Kasaï-Oriental, to act as interim governor of the province. This appointment comes a few days after the incumbent governor, Patrick Kabeya Matshi, was prevented from accessing his office.
Deputy Minister Jean-Claude Molipe therefore gave the green light to Julie Kalenga to manage the affairs of the province until elections are organized to choose a new governor. This decision was made public following the reopening of the provincial governorate, which had been blocked for several days.
In an official telegram, the Deputy Minister of the Interior took note of the resolutions taken concerning the indictment of Patrick Kabeya Matshi. Thus, Julie Kalenga is entrusted with the responsibility of ensuring the continuity of government activities in Kasaï-Oriental until the holding of elections.
This appointment, although temporary, is of critical importance to the province. Julie Kalenga will have to make strategic decisions and manage day-to-day affairs in order to maintain stability and meet the needs of the inhabitants of the region. She will also need to demonstrate leadership and management skills to ensure a smooth transition until a new governor is elected.
As Vice-Governor, Julie Kalenga is already familiar with the issues and challenges facing Kasaï-Oriental. His interim appointment is therefore a logical decision, which will make it possible to maintain the continuity of government activities and ensure political stability in the province.
It now remains to be seen how Julie Kalenga will carry out this important task. His management of the interim will be scrutinized closely by the inhabitants of the province, but also by political observers. Hopefully this transitional period will go smoothly and help prepare the ground for transparent and democratic elections in Kasai Oriental.