“In an official press release published this Friday, September 29, 2023, the president of the Provincial Assembly of Kinshasa, Godé Mpoy Kadima, announced that the opening ceremony of the Ordinary Session in September will not be able to take place in person due to lack of resources This decision also aims to express solidarity with the other Provincial Assemblies of the country, which are facing more than four months of unpaid emoluments and operating costs.
The president of the Kinshasa parliament also informed his colleagues of his planned trip to Paris for medical reasons. He stressed that this trip had been planned for several months and that he had postponed this decision for ten days in order to ensure the opening of the session. He left his health report as well as the various medical appointments with his Cabinet Secretary.
In accordance with article 16 of the Law on the fundamental principles relating to the free administration of the Provinces, the president of the Provincial Assembly of Kinshasa declared the ordinary session of September 2023 open remotely.
This decision to hold the opening ceremony remotely and the travel of the president of the Kinshasa parliament for medical reasons illustrate the challenges facing provincial institutions in terms of resources and health. It is essential to find sustainable solutions to ensure the proper functioning of these institutions and the well-being of citizens.
In a context where the country’s Provincial Assemblies are experiencing financial difficulties, it is important that measures are taken to guarantee the payment of members’ emoluments and operating costs. Only optimal functioning of provincial institutions will make it possible to meet the needs of the populations and promote the harmonious development of the provinces.
This ordinary session in September must be an opportunity to demonstrate unity and political will in favor of the well-being of Kinshasa. The challenges are numerous, but by working together and implementing effective solutions, it is possible to achieve concrete results for the development of Kinshasa and the entire country.
It is also essential to support political leaders in their access to health care. The health of leaders is a major issue in ensuring the stability and functioning of institutions. Measures must be taken to ensure that political leaders can benefit from quality care and meet their professional obligations with complete peace of mind.
In conclusion, this decision to hold the opening ceremony of the ordinary September session remotely and the trip of the president of the Kinshasa parliament for medical reasons highlight the challenges facing provincial institutions. It is essential to find sustainable solutions to ensure their proper functioning and guarantee the well-being of citizens. By working together and providing concrete responses to economic and health challenges, we can build a better future for Kinshasa and for the entire Democratic Republic of Congo.”