The conclusion of the month of March dedicated to women’s rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s province of Équateur culminated in a significant event in Mbandaka. Women leaders from the region spoke out on various crucial issues during the gathering, addressing concerns such as security challenges in the eastern part of the country, socio-economic matters, and administrative issues within the civil service. Maître Marianne Mowangi, representing women in the region, read a political declaration outlining these pressing concerns to Prime Minister Judith Tulika Simwina.
Ecuador’s women leaders seized the opportunity to express their expectations from the central government, emphasizing the urgent need to halt the violence faced by women in the eastern DRC. They also advocated for enhanced initiatives for women’s development nationwide, with a specific focus on Équateur. Furthermore, they called for administrative reforms concerning state officials’ matters.
The event provided a platform to address the political crisis affecting Équateur’s provincial assembly, stressing the necessity of government intervention to swiftly resolve the situation, especially as crucial elections for senators and governors approach. Transparent and fair elections are vital for electing capable representatives to steer the province towards a prosperous future.
Organized by the provincial Minister of Gender, Family and Children in collaboration with the provincial government of Ecuador, the event marked the culmination of a month-long campaign for women’s rights awareness and mobilization. The diverse activities held throughout the month contributed to strengthening solidarity and understanding of the specific challenges faced by women daily.
In conclusion, the resolute voices of Équateur’s women leaders resonated strongly during the conclusion of the month dedicated to women’s rights in March. Their legitimate demands underscore the importance of promoting gender equality to ensure a brighter future for all women in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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