Community and customary conflicts are a major issue in the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in the province of Haut-Katanga. In an effort to find solutions, a consultative forum was held in Lubumbashi, bringing together customary chiefs, traditional authorities and territorial administrators.
The Provincial Minister of Interior and Security of Haut-Katanga, Héritier Kyungu Kibwe, stressed the importance of this forum to guarantee the stability and well-being of local communities. He encouraged participants to identify problems related to customary affairs and come up with effective solutions to eliminate communal and customary conflicts in society.
This consultative forum also benefits from the support of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), which provides its expertise and technical assistance. This initiative underlines the international community’s commitment to resolving conflicts and promoting sustainable development.
It is essential to take into account the diversity of cultures and traditions in the resolution of conflicts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Consultations and exchanges between traditional actors and local authorities are necessary to find appropriate and sustainable solutions.
In conclusion, the consultative forum on the prevention and resolution of communal and customary conflicts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is an important step in fostering the stability and well-being of local communities. It represents an opportunity for dialogue and the search for solutions in order to eliminate the tensions and customary violence that impact Congolese society