On June 14, the first meeting of the Suminwa Government Council of Ministers chaired by Head of State Félix Tshisekedi marked the beginning of a new era for the Democratic Republic of Congo. During this meeting, President Tshisekedi delivered a strong speech to his ministers, calling on them to put aside their political and religious affiliations to focus fully on the needs of the population.
The agenda of this meeting was clear: the security issue, which remains an absolute priority, as well as the call for international lobbying to support actions aimed at bringing peace to the East of the country. The President stressed the importance for each minister to fully measure the scope of his mission and committed to regularly assessing the performance of each, every three months.
Kindness, courtesy, sobriety and impeccable conduct were recommended to all members of the government, thus emphasizing the importance of exemplary behavior in the exercise of their functions. This meeting comes just after the investiture of the new government team by the National Assembly, thus marking the beginning of a mandate that aims to be focused on service to the Congolese population.
Expectations are high, the challenges numerous, but the determination of President Tshisekedi and his government to respond effectively to the aspirations of the population is palpable. The Congolese people hope to see the promises of peace, prosperity and good governance made during the electoral campaign come to fruition, and this meeting of the Council of Ministers suggests a real desire for transformation and action.
In conclusion, this first meeting of the Council of Ministers of the Suminwa Government under the presidency of Félix Tshisekedi laid the foundations for responsible governance, focused on service to the nation and resolving the major challenges facing the DRC. It is now up to each minister to respond to the president’s call, to show commitment and determination to offer a better future to all Congolese.