Fatshimetrie, October 1, 2024— The Prime Minister today announced his visit to Goma, in the troubled North Kivu region, to assess the situation of violence that has been raging for decades. This is a crucial step in the current context of tensions and security challenges facing this war-torn region.
In the interest of understanding and action, the Prime Minister expressed his determination to better understand local issues and contribute to peacebuilding efforts. “As head of government, it is essential for me to go to the field, to meet with local populations and authorities, to understand the reality of the situation and consider concrete solutions,” the Prime Minister said upon his arrival in Goma.
This visit is part of the government’s stated desire to play an active role in the search for peace and security in the Democratic Republic of Congo. “We must act in a coordinated and strategic manner to end the violence and establish a climate of serenity for the local populations,” the Prime Minister stressed.
In addition to his meetings with local authorities and civil society, the Prime Minister also plans to visit a camp for displaced persons around Goma, where he will inaugurate a new water supply system to improve the living conditions of the displaced populations. This humanitarian initiative underlines the government’s commitment to providing concrete and immediate support to the most vulnerable populations.
Ultimately, this visit by the Prime Minister to Goma is of crucial importance in the quest for lasting peace and national reconciliation in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It demonstrates the political will to respond effectively to the security and humanitarian challenges that persist in this region, by mobilizing all national and international actors around a common objective: building a peaceful and prosperous future for all Congolese.