Professor Vital Kamerhe recently captivated the audience during his conference-debate at the University of Kinshasa, focused on the “Problem of economic development in the DR Congo, Land of hope”. His powerful speech called for a scientific revolution transcending political divisions, in order to create a “sacred union of intelligences” for the economic development of the DRC.
By emphasizing the importance of connectivity between knowledge, know-how and intelligence in the development process, Professor Kamerhe launched a call for Congolese intellectual unity without political distinction. He raised the paradox of underground wealth contrasting with the country’s widespread poverty, encouraging citizens to take courageous actions to reverse this trend.
Denouncing economic stagnation resulting from the divide between urban and rural areas, the Professor called for outrage over persistent poverty and encouraged the exploration of national wealth to combat poverty. This transformative vision was shared by other speakers such as Professor Désiré Cashmir Kolongele and doctoral students Jean-Lucien Bussa, Julien Paluku and Muhindo Nzangi, reinforcing the idea of a scientific revolution as a driving force for development.
The organization of this intellectual meeting reflects Vital Kamerhe’s desire to establish an innovative economic model to boost the country’s growth. His commitment to education and research was symbolized by the submission of a thesis translated into six languages to the Rector of the University of Kinshasa, emphasizing the importance of the dissemination of knowledge for lasting change.
This event brought together a multitude of political and academic figures, demonstrating the impact and scope of the innovative ideas exchanged. By bringing together key players in Congolese society, this conference paved the way for interdisciplinary collaboration to define a more prosperous and inclusive economic future for the DRC.