The article I am going to talk to you about today concerns the opening of the September Ordinary Session of the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly. In an official press release published on Friday September 29, 2023, the President of the Assembly, Godé Mpoy Kadima, announced that the opening ceremony scheduled for Saturday September 30 could not take place in person due to a lack of resources .
One of the reasons given is solidarity with the other Provincial Assemblies of the country which are experiencing financial difficulties, in particular delays in payment of emoluments and operating costs for more than four months. The speaker of the Kinshasa parliament also said he would travel to Paris for medical reasons, leaving responsibility for opening the session to his Cabinet Secretary.
This decision was taken in accordance with article 16 of the Law establishing fundamental principles relating to the free administration of the Provinces, which authorizes the remote opening of parliamentary sessions in the event of exceptional circumstances.
It is important to emphasize that this regular session is of great importance because it is mainly focused on budgetary issues. The president of the Provincial Assembly of Kinshasa expressed the hope that this last session of the mandate will be marked by the unity and happiness of the inhabitants of Kinshasa.
This situation highlights the financial difficulties facing the country’s Provincial Assemblies. It is essential to find lasting solutions to ensure the proper functioning of these institutions and guarantee the payment of the emoluments and fees necessary for their smooth running.
In conclusion, the opening of the September Ordinary Session of the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly cannot take place in person due to a lack of resources. This decision is taken in solidarity with the other Provincial Assemblies which are encountering financial difficulties. It is crucial to find solutions to ensure the proper functioning of these institutions and guarantee the payment of the necessary emoluments and fees.