The Conference on the fight against corruption that has just taken place in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo marked a crucial step in the mobilization against a scourge that is eating away at our societies. Under the evocative theme “Mobilizing African youth in the fight against corruption for a better tomorrow”, this event highlighted the crucial importance of involving the new generation in the fight for integrity and transparency.
Indeed, the presence of President Félix Tshisekedi at this event testifies to his personal commitment to the fight against corruption, a fight that requires the involvement of all to be effective. The intervention of the Executive Secretary of the Forum of General State Inspectorates and Similar Control Institutions of Africa, Hassan Issa Sultan, demonstrated all the recognition towards the efforts made by President Tshisekedi and his administration to fight against this scourge.
The speech delivered by President Tshisekedi at this conference highlighted the urgency of this fight against corruption, which can no longer be considered a simple administrative problem but rather a threat to democracy, development and social justice. By calling for a general mobilization, the Congolese Head of State highlighted the essential role of youth in this fight, emphasizing that they hold the keys to transforming our societies into fairer and more responsible spaces.
The speech by Jules Alingete, as head of the General Inspectorate of Finance, also highlighted the preventive actions put in place to fight corruption, in particular through the implementation of a priori control of public spending. This innovative approach aims to strengthen transparency and avoid the abuses often observed in a posteriori control practices.
Finally, the recognition of the Democratic Republic of Congo as President of the Forum of African State Institutions for the Fight against Corruption in October 2024 underlines the country’s renewed commitment to promoting honest and ethical practices on the continent. This appointment is a mark of confidence in the efforts made by the Congolese government to strengthen the fight against corruption.
In conclusion, the Conference on the Fight against Corruption in Kinshasa was an opportunity to highlight the challenges and issues that our societies face in the face of this scourge. By involving young people, strengthening preventive actions and promoting a culture of transparency, the Democratic Republic of Congo is positioning itself as a major player in the fight against corruption in Africa.