The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to face persistent instability, particularly in the eastern region, due to the activism of armed groups. These armed groups cause victims and the displacement of thousands of civilians. This situation fuels insecurity and reignites tensions between countries in the region. Thus, it is essential to question the responsibilities of the different institutional components in the advent of lasting peace, especially in the pre-electoral context.
In a show hosted by Jody Nkashama, several speakers discussed this issue. Marc Langelier, lieutenant-colonel of the MONUSCO force, brings his expertise on the ground and underlines the importance of the involvement of international actors in conflict resolution. It highlights the crucial role of the United Nations peacekeeping mission in stabilizing the region.
Garry Sakata, national deputy, for his part, underlines the importance of political settlement of the root causes of conflicts. He emphasizes the need to strengthen national institutions and promote transparent and inclusive governance to promote reconciliation and peace.
Rosine Kokola, executive director of the NGO Young Women Christian Association (YWCA-DRC), adds an important perspective on the role of women in peacebuilding. It highlights the importance of their active participation in political and decision-making processes, as well as in the promotion of justice and human rights.
In this pre-electoral context, it is crucial that all institutional components of the DRC actively engage in peacebuilding. This involves adopting inclusive policies, promoting dialogue and reconciliation, and strengthening security and justice institutions. The international community must also support these efforts by providing technical and financial assistance.
In conclusion, to achieve lasting peace in the DRC, it is necessary for the different institutional components to actively engage and collaborate to resolve the root causes of conflicts. This requires transparent governance, inclusive participation of women and sustained international cooperation. Only in this way can the DRC hope to emerge from instability and build a future of peace and prosperity for all its citizens.