During the recent ordinary session of the National Assembly in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), major decisions were taken, marking a turning point in the political and judicial landscape. Among these measures was the authorization granted to the Attorney General at the Court of Cassation to initiate proceedings against the outgoing Minister of Finance, Nicolas Kazadi, also a Member of Parliament, as part of an investigation into alleged overbilling related to a public contract.
The decision to lift Nicolas Kazadi’s parliamentary immunity by the National Assembly represents an important step towards combating corruption and restoring trust in government institutions. Augustin Kabuya, Secretary General of the Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS), welcomed this initiative as a strong signal in favor of transparency and integrity. He stressed that the law must prevail and that no one, even in Parliament, should be above the law.
In addition to this authorization of judicial investigation, the National Assembly has also given the government the power to legislate on crucial issues during the parliamentary recess. Among the subjects on which the government will be able to intervene are the extension of the state of siege in the provinces of Ituri and North Kivu, as well as the management of loan agreements and conventions. These decisions aim to ensure stability, security and development in these sensitive regions.
This stance by the National Assembly in favor of justice and good governance is crucial to strengthen the credibility of democratic institutions in the DRC. The actions undertaken are in line with a more assertive fight against corruption and embezzlement, thus contributing to establishing a climate of trust and transparency within the government and society as a whole.
Ultimately, this step marks an important moment in the country’s political history, showing that responsibility and integrity must prevail in the management of public affairs. This sends a clear message that the DRC is determined to fight corruption and promote transparent and ethical governance for the well-being of its citizens and the sustainable development of the country.