The citizen movement Lutte pour le Changement, better known as LUCHA, recently called on provincial deputies from Kasai-Central to make a wise choice during the governor’s election. According to them, it is essential to find a leader capable of developing the province.
In a statement, members of LUCHA emphasize that the confidence of the population is essential for those who aspire to occupy the head of Kasai-Central during this indirect election. Since the division of provinces in 2015, this region has struggled to establish itself on the national scene as an emerging province, despite its numerous geological resources such as diamonds, gold, tin, iron and nickel. The province’s institutions have failed to effectively address the challenges it faces.
Faced with this situation, LUCHA calls on candidates for the post of governor and vice-governor to present a quantified project and to highlight personal qualities such as integrity, meritocracy, moral probity, leadership and popularity. According to Joel Minga, member of LUCHA, it is imperative to establish a new social contract with the future leaders of the province in order to promote sustainable development and respond effectively to the needs of the population.
This position taken by LUCHA highlights the importance given by civil society to good governance and the responsibility of leaders. It thus encourages a transparent and democratic electoral process, where the representatives of the people will be able to choose the candidate best suited to lead Kasai-Central towards development.
It is essential to emphasize that the support of citizen movements such as LUCHA is crucial for the consolidation of democracy and the improvement of the living conditions of populations. By emphasizing criteria such as integrity and competence, these movements contribute to building a more equitable and prosperous society.
Thus, by encouraging the provincial deputies of Kasai-Central to make a wise choice during the election of the governor, LUCHA plays an active role in promoting development and in the fight against corruption and inefficiency within institutions. provincial. His call for citizen mobilization is a clear message in favor of positive change for the province and its inhabitants.