The Senate of the Democratic Republic of Congo closed its ordinary session on Thursday, June 15, 2023 after considering various proposals and bills. The President of the Senate, Modeste Bahati Lukwebo, presented the various texts which were adopted at the end of this session.
Among the main legislative proposals, there are 5 bills relating to the authorization of the extension of the state of siege on part of the DRC. The other texts adopted concern the ratification of ordinances-laws aimed at the protection of the environment and public health, the protection of personal data, the digital code, freedom of the press and access to credits. for various development projects.
In parallel with the closing of this session, several events punctuated the political, economic and security life of the DRC. First, the FARDC Chief of Staff denounced the presence of traitors in the Congolese army, while the government continues its fight against insecurity in the country.
Then, former Prime Minister Matata Ponyo revealed the existence of presidential interference to prevent him from leaving the country, while President Joseph Kabila announced his next public speech, sparking controversy and expectations of from the Congolese.
In addition, political repression, economic unrest and the impact on the security of Central African refugees in the DRC have created heightened tensions in the country. Thus, the first lady of the DRC launched the 20th anniversary festivities of the OPDAD with the inauguration of a market in Kinshasa, while working with the UN special representative for the protection of women against gender-based violence. on gender.
Finally, the CENI and political parties are mobilizing for transparent and credible legislative elections scheduled for December 2023