Title: Awakening of Congo Airways: A glimmer of hope for air transport in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Introduction: Since September 11, 2023, the Congolese skies have been deprived of planes from Congo Airways, the national aviation company. Faced with this worrying situation, Jules Alingete, Inspector General and head of department of the General Inspectorate of Finance, calls on the Congolese government to act quickly to financially support the company and allow it to resume its activities. This cessation of activities has a considerable impact on air transport in the DRC, where the plane is the main means of connecting large cities. In this article, we will explore the issues and possible solutions for the relaunch of Congo Airways.
The company’s financial challenge: A call for government support
According to Jules Alingete, the Congo Airways company is demanding $32 million for maintenance work on its planes. This request highlights the financial difficulties the company is facing, which has led to its suspension of flights. The Inspector General urges the Congolese government to provide the necessary resources to enable Congo Airways to quickly resume operations. He underlines the importance of this company for the country, highlighting the national pride it represents.
The consequences of the cessation of activities of Congo Airways
The cessation of activities of Congo Airways has a significant impact on air transport in the DRC. Air connections between the country’s major cities are severely affected, forcing citizens to turn to other, less convenient and often more expensive means of transportation. This situation is considered a real shame for the nation, because it harms the mobility of the Congolese and the country’s reputation on the international scene.
The obstacles encountered by Congo Airways since its creation
According to Jules Alingete, Congo Airways was the victim of ill-intentioned people who destroyed the company as soon as it started. These are individuals driven by a destructive spirit, endangering the proper functioning of this company which was supposed to be a symbol of national pride. It is therefore essential to find solutions to guarantee the sustainability and development of Congo Airways.
Measures taken by the Congolese government
During a recent meeting between the Congolese Prime Minister, Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, the Minister of Transport, Communication Routes and Opening Up, and the management team of Congo Airways, the government expressed its commitment to supporting the company. Efforts will be made to resolve the financial problems and restore the activities of Congo Airways. This situation is all the more urgent as the general elections scheduled for December 2023 approach..
Conclusion: The revival of Congo Airways is crucial to restore air transport in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The company must be financially supported by the government in order to be able to maintain its planes and resume its activities without delay. Such a measure will help restore national pride and guarantee the mobility of the Congolese. It is now time for the government to act quickly to allow Congo Airways to regain its place in the Congolese skies.