Title: Félix Tshisekedi’s vision for transparent governance in the DRC
Introduction :
During the “Honoris Causa” diploma ceremony of the University of Kinshasa (UNIKIN), the President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, delivered an inauguration speech emphasizing the good governance as the cornerstone of its vision for the management of the country. In this article, we will examine emerging themes in governance according to Tshisekedi, including education, health, energy and the fight against corruption.
1. The governance of education and health:
Félix Tshisekedi stressed the importance of guaranteeing transparent governance in the education and health sectors. According to him, investing in the education of Congolese youth is essential to building a strong and prosperous future. He also insisted on the need to improve access to quality health care for all citizens, stressing that health is a fundamental pillar of the country’s socio-economic development.
2. Energy as a lever for development:
President Tshisekedi highlighted the energy potential of the DRC, with its numerous rivers and its hydrocarbon reserves. He affirmed the government’s desire to establish effective governance in the energy sector, by guaranteeing access to electricity for all Congolese. Energy is in fact an essential lever for stimulating industry, promoting entrepreneurship and improving the living conditions of the population.
3. The fight against corruption:
Félix Tshisekedi considers the fight against corruption to be an absolute priority. He declared that corruption is a scourge which hinders the development of the country and acts as a brake on good governance. According to him, it is imperative to fight corruption with the same determination with which we fight poverty, hunger and disease. He promised to put in place concrete measures to strengthen integrity and ethics in public and private institutions.
Conclusion :
Félix Tshisekedi’s vision for transparent governance in the DRC is based on key axes such as education, health, energy and the fight against corruption. By emphasizing these emerging themes, the President wishes to guarantee the well-being of Congolese citizens, promote the socio-economic development of the country and promote a culture of transparency and integrity in the management of public affairs. It now remains to translate these words into concrete actions in order to build a better future for the DRC.