Title: Evariste Ndayishimiye encourages Congolese youth to take charge of their destiny for a strong Africa
Introduction: The Burundian President, Evariste Ndayishimiye, recently went to Kinshasa to participate in the inauguration of his Congolese counterpart. Taking advantage of his stay, he met Congolese youth during an activity organized by the Ministry of Youth. During this exchange, President Ndayishimiye encouraged young Africans to take charge of their destiny in order to build a strong Africa.
President Ndayishimiye’s support for African youth:
As the champion of the African Union on youth, peace and security, President Ndayishimiye understands the importance of youth in Africa’s development. During his meeting with young Congolese, he urged them to develop a spirit of work and initiative, by exploiting the talents and wealth of the African continent and the Democratic Republic of Congo in particular.
The Congolese government’s commitment to youth:
Congolese Minister of Youth, Yves Bunkulu, also spoke at the event. He highlighted the progress made by the DRC in terms of youth development. He also recalled the importance of implementing the agenda of Resolution 2250, which aims to promote the participation of young people in peace and security. The Congolese government has accelerated the development of a national action plan based on this resolution, demonstrating its commitment to the country’s youth.
Equal opportunities for female talents:
The coordinator in charge of youth, gender and peace issues in the office of the Head of State, Chantal Mulop, underlined the importance of taking into account the issue of gender and promoting equal opportunities for women. She insisted on support for female talents and the need to encourage their emergence in all fields.
Conclusion: President Ndayishimiye’s visit to Kinshasa and his meeting with Congolese youth demonstrate the importance given to youth in the development of Africa. By encouraging young people to take charge of their destiny and supporting equal opportunities for female talents, President Ndayishimiye and the Congolese government are setting an example and helping to create a strong, prosperous and equitable Africa.