As part of the work of the Estates General of Justice, Professor Espoir Masamanki, initiator of the School of Thought in Criminal Law (Scire) at the Faculty of Law of the University of Kinshasa, raises a crucial point concerning the necessary modification of the penal code to integrate the crime of aggression as an international crime. This call for reform is part of a desire to better ensure the repression of notorious acts of aggression in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Masamanki highlights the lethargy of the Congolese justice system in terms of complementarity and repression of crimes of aggression, citing in particular the persistent aggressions of the country by its neighbors, in particular Rwanda. Despite these attacks, the crime of aggression remains unpunished, thus highlighting a lack of action and responsibility in the Congolese judicial system.
Professor Masamanki’s expertise is demonstrated through his recommendations aimed at operationalizing the repression of the crime of aggression in the DRC. It highlights the importance of differentiating the crime of aggression from ordinary aggression, stressing the need for deep reforms in this area to ensure effective and fair justice.
This call for the reform of the penal code to integrate the crime of aggression as an international crime is essential to strengthen the Congolese judicial system and ensure the protection of the country against external threats. Professor Masamanki’s recommendations pave the way for a deeper reflection on the repression of crimes of aggression in the DRC, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for a stronger and fairer justice system.
Ultimately, Professor Espoir Masamanki’s contribution to the work of the Estates General of Justice underlines the importance of rethinking the legal framework to better meet current challenges in the repression of crimes of aggression. His expertise and recommendations offer a promising way to promote the rights and duties of Congolese citizens and ensure the security and stability of the country in the face of external threats.