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Title: Misappropriation of funds at GECAMINES: A panel of experts contests the accusations of the IGF
In a recent statement entitled “The IGF, an instrument for good governance or a score-settling machine?”, a panel of civil society experts firmly rejects accusations of embezzlement at GECAMINES, reported by the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF). According to them, the 10 million USD in question would not constitute an embezzlement, but rather a legitimate bonus allocated to the members of the GECAMINES management committee.
The coordinator of the panel, Dieudonné Mushagalusa, explains that this sum represents a reward for the team which enabled the DRC to recover 211 million USD in unpaid dividends to the Société real estate du Congo (SIMCO) sector. Thanks to this payment, GECAMINES was also able to discharge 71 million USD in tax obligations to the Public Treasury.
Mushagalusa also raises a crucial point: the IGF cited the current management committee of GECAMINES, appointed last February, when this operation had been carried out in June 2022. This casts doubt on the relevance of the accusation and raises questions questions about the motivations of the IGF.
The panel of experts urges the General Inspectorate of Finance to play a constructive role in promoting good governance and the fight against corruption, rather than transforming itself into a score-settling machine. They also insist that the IGF should avoid laying charges before the conclusion of investigations, in accordance with the constitution and laws of the Republic.
This controversy highlights the persistent challenges facing the fight against corruption in the DRC. While GECAMINES is a key part of the Congolese economy, it is essential to guarantee transparency and integrity in its financial management.
Pending the results of ongoing investigations, it is important to preserve the presumption of innocence and ensure that justice is delivered fairly. The fight against corruption can only be effective if it is carried out in a rigorous, impartial manner and based on solid evidence.
In conclusion, it is up to the competent authorities to ensure transparent management of public resources and to ensure that accusations of embezzlement are treated with rigor and impartiality.. Credibility and trust in institutions are essential to promote good governance and sustainable economic development in the DRC.