** Democratic Republic of Congo: at the heart of a mining and humanitarian paradox **
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), a priceless wealth of the planet with regard to its mining resources, faces a human and environmental tragedy. The recent declarations of Congolese ministers, Kizito Pakobomba and Patrick Muyaya, highlight a hard -hitting reality: while their soil is full of minerals such as the Coltan and Gold, the local populations live in an alarming precariousness, marked by violence and human rights violations.
What should be a wealth for the nation turns into a burden. The declarations of the two ministers report on the looting strategy orchestrated mainly by the Rwandan state, with the support of armed groups such as the M23/AFC. The export mechanisms illegally organized towards Rwanda only worsen the vulnerability of the Congolese, as well as their disillusionment in the face of the economic situation of their country.
### A state at war against looting
Minister Pakobomba points to the clandestine export circuits, thus illustrating the complexity of the problem. The DRC does not only suffer from a military war; It undergoes a real economic conflict. This paradox becomes even more tragic when we observe that these resources could, if they were properly exploited and redistributed, serve to build the infrastructure necessary for the education, health and well-being of the Congolese.
Compared, countries like Norway, with abundant natural resources, have prospered by judiciously using their natural wealth for the benefit of their population. The DRC, despite its comparable potential, remains stuck in cycles of poverty and conflict. Transparency, the rule of law and good governance seem to be concepts distant from this rich but tormented nation.
### An underestimated humanitarian front
Behind the figures and geopolitical struggles, there are also human stories. The testimonies of women and children victims of violence and abuses are often abandoned in the maze of political speeches. Internal displaced people, who flee violence, are counted by the thousands, and their humanity is too often reduced to cold statistics. In the past, the international community has shown sporadic interest through humanitarian aid programs, but the lack of sustainable resources leaves these populations in exacerbated precariousness.
It is imperative that NGOs and international institutions become aware of complex realities in the field. Humanitarian aid in the face of the fight against illegal mining must be a common imperative. The coordinated initiatives between the DRC, Rwanda and NGOs could lead to more sustainable long -term solutions, allowing the DRC not only to recover its resources, but also to clean up the social climate.
## Blide Congolese diplomacy
Minister Muyaya evokes a war waged on several fronts, of a rich complexity which goes far beyond the simple military battles. This discourse on the diplomatic front deserves to be underlined. Congolese efforts must focus on building solid alliances with other nations experienced by looting their resources, going beyond the regional dimension alone.
In addition, the support of international financial institutions could play a key role. For example, the strengthening of driving codes for mining companies and engagement within initiatives such as the Transparency Initiative in Extractive Industries (ITIA) will make it possible to increase the responsibility of companies operating minerals in the DRC.
### Conclusion: A call to action
Faithful by a war of aggression that seems inevitable, the Congolese cling to the hope that their voices will finally be heard. It is only through deep reforms, a sincere commitment of local and international actors, as well as strong citizen mobilization, that the DRC will be able to reconnect with peace and exploit its resources for the well-being of all. The mineral tragedy should become the catalyst for a change, not an eternal cycle of violence and despair.
The time is for the reflection and execution of actions to put an end to this paradox, before the noise of explosives is the only legacy that this war will leave for future generations.