The Reform of the Congolese National Police, supported by UNPOL, reinforces international standards and marks a crucial step in the history of security in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Thanks to the sustained commitment of the United Nations police component, the country is seeing a profound transformation within its law enforcement agencies.
Mahamadou Tangara, head of the Support Advisory Unit for the Reform Coordination of the Development Section of the MONUSCO Police Component, underlines the importance of the twenty-five years of presence of the UN mission in the DRC. UNPOL thus continues to support the modernization of the Congolese National Police, now more in line with international standards. This unwavering support constitutes an essential pillar in the construction of enhanced security for Congolese citizens.
However, the path towards a police force fully aligned with international standards has not yet been fully completed. Challenges remain, obstacles remain to be overcome. It is crucial that the Congolese authorities stay on course on this path of reform, in order to ensure sustainable and effective security for the entire territory.
In this context, the intervention of UNPOL is of paramount importance. The expertise and resources made available by the United Nations police component enable the Congolese National Police to improve its practices, adopt quality standards and strengthen its operational capacities. This close collaboration contributes to establishing a climate of trust between the population and the police, thus promoting the consolidation of the rule of law and respect for human rights.
UNPOL’s continued commitment to the reform of the Congolese National Police reflects the shared desire to build a safer and fairer future for all Congolese. It is now up to the local authorities to continue and intensify these efforts, so that security is a tangible reality and accessible to everyone on Congolese territory.
The reform of the Congolese National Police, supported by UNPOL, is therefore an essential lever for the construction of a secure State, respectful of international standards and protective of its citizens. This evolution towards a professional, transparent and efficient police force is the guarantee of a more stable and prosperous Congolese society.