International humanitarian organizations operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo are the subject of particular attention from the Head of State Félix Tshisekedi. During the meeting of the Council of Ministers, he expressed his concerns about a possible security drift of some NGOs in the country, particularly in the Eastern region, which has been plagued by armed conflicts for many years.
President Tshisekedi stressed the need to control these organizations in order to verify their compliance with the laws and regulations in force. In particular, he asked for a review of the annual reports for the last five years, highlighting the evolution of their performance and the differences from one year to the next. He also raised the question of funding sources and the possible involvement of people with a military or paramilitary background.
These control measures follow a suspension of new visas granted to foreigners traveling to the provinces of Ituri, Tanganyika and North and South Kivu, a decision taken at the beginning of the year by the Congolese government. This decision drew criticism from diplomats accredited to Kinshasa, underlining the importance of humanitarian activities in the country.
President Tshisekedi’s desire to control humanitarian organizations aims to guarantee their transparency and their real contribution to the socio-economic situation of the DRC. It is essential to avoid any form of subversion or diversion of humanitarian activities for purposes other than helping vulnerable populations.
At the same time, the international community continues to support the DRC in its efforts to restore security and promote development. Initiatives such as the strengthening of the armed forces in the east of the country, the promotion of banking and the search for universal health coverage are underway.
The situation in the DRC is complex, with major challenges such as persistent insecurity, exploitation of natural resources and institutional fragility. However, progress is also notable, particularly in the process of pacification of the east of the country and in the preparations for the Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa.
The ultimate goal is to achieve free and democratic elections, strengthen critical mineral supply chains while tackling child labor, and establish lasting stability in the region.
The DRC faces many challenges, but the country continues to make progress on the path of development and hopes to soon achieve long-awaited stability and prosperity