The importance of the second general population and housing census in the Democratic Republic of Congo
In order to update vital demographic data for effective planning of the country’s socio-economic development, President Félix Tshisekedi stressed the pressing need to organize the second general population and housing census in the DRC. This initiative aims to fill the current statistical gap which hinders the implementation of policies adapted to the well-being of the Congolese.
Carrying out this census will make it possible to establish a solid database, essential for the development of effective strategies for equitable distribution of resources and public services throughout the territory. By ensuring shared mapping and coordinating operations to collect socio-economic and demographic data, the government intends to guarantee the success of this essential work.
By instructing the Ministers of Planning, Budget and Finance, under the coordination of the Prime Minister, to take the necessary measures for the implementation of this census this year, the Head of State affirms his commitment to the well-being of be from the Congolese population. Indeed, this updated data will be crucial for developing socio-economic and demographic policies adapted to the current and future needs of the country.
In short, the second general census of the population and housing in the DRC is of capital importance for the sustainable development of the country. By providing reliable and precise data, it will make it possible to effectively guide the actions of the government and its partners in favor of equitable and comprehensive growth.
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