While rumors circulated about the kidnapping of the Minister of Gender, Family and Children of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mireille Masangu Bibi Muloko, the Communication Unit of her ministry reacted on Sunday to deny these allegations. In a press release, she mentions a manipulated video aimed at tarnishing the image of the minister, while her party is preparing for the 2023 elections. This announcement thus aims to reassure the population of Grand Katanga, affirming that the Minister unhindered in his ministerial duties.
Indeed, Mireille Masangu Bibi Muloko is fully committed to defending the rights of women and girls and preparing major expeditions to promote them. As a political actor emphasizing her attachment to her party, UNAFEC, a member of the Sacred Union of the Nation, she intends to remain faithful to President Tshisekedi’s watchword for the next elections.
In another register, the Democratic Republic of Congo is confronted with many political tensions, in particular in view of the presidential elections. This period is also marked by economic challenges and concerns about security in certain regions of the country. Nevertheless, the country is also driven by positive initiatives, notably announcing the reintroduction of white rhinos in the Garamba National Park, thanks to the collaboration with the company Barrick Gold Corporation.
In addition, European election observers are on mission in the DRC, to try to assess the security conditions in which the elections will take place. Finally, the collaboration with mining multinationals is presented as an opportunity to fight against the illegal exploitation of mines in the DRC, a major challenge for the country which seeks to modernize its population with in particular the signing of a memorandum of understanding for the issuance of national identity cards.
In short, the Democratic Republic of Congo is going through a period of political and economic tension, while seeking to meet many challenges. However, positive initiatives are also emerging, testifying to the vitality of the country and its determination to progress.