The past week has been marked by a series of events of great importance, with major repercussions on both the political and economic scene of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Between the imminent inauguration of the Suminwa government, the start of the trial of the accused in the attempted coup d’état of May 19, the measures of the Central Bank of Congo to stabilize the national currency, the drinking water cuts in Kinshasa and the performances of the Leopards on the sporting field, it is undeniable that the week was intense and rich in news.
The inauguration of the Suminwa government scheduled for June 10 and 11 raises many expectations among the Congolese population. The challenges facing this new government are immense, from urban insecurity to monetary instability, including unemployment and inflation. It is essential that this government lives up to the expectations of the people and that it puts in place concrete measures to resolve these problems which are plaguing Congolese society.
The trial of those accused in the May 19 coup attempt also began, raising questions about the outcome of the case. It is essential that justice is delivered fairly, so that the real culprits are convicted and the truth comes to light. The involvement of women in this attack is particularly disappointing, but it is essential that justice is the same for everyone, regardless of gender.
Faced with the depreciation of the Congolese Franc against the US dollar, the measures taken by the Central Bank of Congo to encourage the use of the Congolese Franc in electronic transactions may seem insufficient. It is necessary to tackle the root causes of this depreciation, by promoting local production and fighting against monetary speculation.
Drinking water cuts in Kinshasa have affected the daily lives of thousands of residents. Urgent solutions must be put in place to minimize the impact of these outages, by providing water through other temporary means such as mobile water tanks, until this problem is finally resolved.
Finally, on a sporting level, the performances of the Leopards of the DRC have raised both hopes and questions. It is essential for the national team to maintain a fighting and conquering spirit on the field, to obtain satisfactory results and restore confidence to the supporters.
In conclusion, the past week has been rich in varied news, reflecting the challenges and issues facing the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is essential for the authorities to take effective and concerted measures to meet the expectations of the population and improve the living conditions of all Congolese.