Title: Major news from the Democratic Republic of Congo in July 2023
Introduction :
July 2023 was a month marked by many events in the Democratic Republic of Congo. From the evolution of the Local Development Program for decentralized territories, to the successes of Congolese wrestlers at the Games of La Francophonie, through the issues of sports infrastructure management and the food crisis in the east of the country, a look back at the news that marked the month of July in the DRC.
1. Monitoring of the Local Development Program for decentralized territories
On July 25, 2023, a delegation from the General Inspectorate of Finance visited several territories and villages in the province of Kasai Oriental to assess the progress of the Local Development Program. Despite some problems such as the destruction of an administrative building under construction, work is progressing and will impact the development of the country. The IGF has inspectors equipped to assess the quality of works under construction.
Article link: [Strengthening of the market surveillance system in the DRC to fight against the retention of goods and illicit prices](https://fatshimetrie.org/blog/2023/07/30/renforcement-du-dispositif-de- market-monitoring-in-drc-to-fight-against-the-withholding-of-goods-and-illicit-prices/)
2. The successes of Congolese wrestlers at the Francophone Games
The Democratic Republic of Congo shone at the 2022 Francophone Games in Kinshasa. Congolese wrestlers have distinguished themselves by winning medals and making the country proud. These performances underline the importance of supporting and promoting sporting disciplines in the DRC.
Article link: [Congolese wrestlers at the Games of La Francophonie: medals and pride for the DRC](https://fatshimetrie.org/blog/2023/07/30/lutteurs-congolais-aux-jeux-de-la-francophonie- medals-and-pride-for-the-drc/)
3. The management of sports infrastructure in the DRC
To perpetuate the legacy of the Games of La Francophonie, an effective sports infrastructure maintenance policy is essential. This will ensure their good condition and continued use for the development of sport in the DRC.
Article link: [Management of sports infrastructure in the DRC: perpetuating the legacy of the Games of La Francophonie through an effective maintenance policy](https://fatshimetrie.org/blog/2023/07/30/gestion-des-infrastructures -sports-in-drc-perpetuating-the-heritage-of-the-francophonie-games-thanks-to-an-effective-maintenance-policy/)
4. The food crisis in eastern DRC
The World Food Program has launched an urgent appeal for assistance to deal with the unprecedented food crisis in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Populations face a critical situation and need immediate assistance to deal with hunger and malnutrition.
Article link: [WFP: urgent appeal for aid for eastern DRC in the face of an unprecedented food crisis](https://fatshimetrie.org/blog/2023/07/30/pam-appel-urgent- help-for-the-drc-facing-an-unprecedented-food-crisis/)
Conclusion :
The month of July 2023 was rich in news in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting issues such as the development of decentralized territories, sport, food security. These events reflect the challenges facing the country and highlight the need for effective action to ensure the progress and well-being of the Congolese people