**Reflection on transitional justice in the DRC: a major step forward for human rights**
The issue of transitional justice in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is at the heart of the concerns of the authorities and civil society. Indeed, experts from the technical unit of the Ministry of Human Rights recently approved a draft law aimed at establishing the fundamental principles of transitional justice in the country.
This initiative, which resulted from a two-day retreat organized in Kinshasa, is of capital importance for the consolidation of the rule of law and the recognition of the rights of victims of violence in the provinces of North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri. Following these deliberations, the draft law was validated and is about to be submitted to the Council of Ministers, then to Parliament for adoption.
According to Jean-Pierre Samba, technical expert at the Ministry of Human Rights, this approach aims to respond to the aspirations of victims and to implement the fundamental principles of transitional justice, namely truth, justice, reparation and guarantees of non-repetition. This law, once promulgated, will make it possible to establish a solid legal framework to guarantee a just and equitable transition for populations who have suffered human rights violations.
The technical support of the international NGO Impunity Watch and the Kingdom of the Netherlands, through the “Just Futur” program, demonstrates the commitment of the international community to the promotion of human rights and the consolidation of democracy in the DRC. These partnerships strengthen the credibility of the approach undertaken by the Ministry of Human Rights and open up new perspectives for the effective implementation of transitional justice in the country.
In conclusion, the upcoming adoption of this law on the fundamental principles of transitional justice in the DRC is a major step forward that marks an important step towards the recognition of victims’ rights and the consolidation of peace in regions affected by conflict. This process, driven by strong political commitment and increased international support, offers a glimmer of hope for the construction of a more just and united society in the DRC.