Fatshimetrie, October 7, 2024 –
In the heart of the Haut-Uélé province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a particular effervescence marked Monday with the holding of a scientific conference initiated by the provincial governor. The agenda of this event highlighted the theme of the revival of agriculture, in conjunction with the celebration of the international coffee and cocoa day. An initiative that is part of an ambitious vision of diversifying the economy and promoting local natural resources.
In his inaugural speech, Governor Jean Bakomito stressed the importance of restoring agriculture to its rightful place in the Haut-Uélé province, historically known for its mineral wealth. By calling for a “revenge of the soil on the subsoil”, he highlighted the desire to boost the agricultural sector to make it an essential pillar of the local economy. This vision translates concretely into financial and logistical support actions for local farmers, with the aim of raising Haut-Uélé to the rank of the leading province producing coffee, cocoa and other agricultural products in the near future.
The institutional and private partners mobilized around this initiative were warmly thanked by the governor, who stressed the importance of collaboration for the success of this agricultural revival project. With the active participation of local stakeholders, representatives of civil society, women’s peasant organizations and different levels of governance, this conference highlighted the immense potential of the Haut-Uélé province in terms of agricultural production.
In a global context marked by awareness of environmental and social issues, this approach in favor of sustainable agriculture and the promotion of coffee and cocoa crops is particularly important. Beyond economic considerations, it is also a question of preserving local know-how, promoting environmentally friendly practices and contributing to the socio-economic development of rural communities. By combining the beauty of the Haut-Uélé landscapes with the quality of its agricultural production, this initiative opens up promising prospects for the future of the region.
In conclusion, the scientific conference organized in Isiro highlighted a real surge of renewal for local agriculture and celebrated the richness of the Haut-Uélé lands. By combining the efforts of all the actors involved, this collective dynamic paves the way for a profound transformation of the agricultural sector and the construction of a more prosperous future for the province and its inhabitants.