Fatshimetrie: Senator Jonas Mukamba’s peaceful plea for national unity
In the tumultuous twists and turns of Congolese politics, one voice stands out for its wisdom and commitment to peace: that of Senator Jonas Mukamba. At the venerable age of 93, this political patriarch of the province of Équateur embodies a message of concord and fraternity, refusing to be drawn into the torments of partisan conflicts. His recent speech on TOP CONGO FM reveals his deep conviction in favor of national unity, highlighting his peaceful and wise vision.
“I have the character of a peaceful man. I don’t make a lot of declarations, I don’t like conflicts,” declares Jonas Mukamba with humility. This declaration, marked by modesty and nobility of spirit, reveals a personality who goes against the grain in the often turbulent political world of the Democratic Republic of Congo. His decision to give up claiming the position of president of the provisional office of the upper house of Parliament, in favor of Pascal Kinduelo, testifies to his desire to favor harmony and solidarity among his peers.
Beyond his own interest, Jonas Mukamba insists on the close ties that unite him to Pascal Kinduelo, emphasizing that they are both members of the same parish and have provided each other with numerous services. This human and fraternal dimension guides his approach, pushing him to prefer peace to confrontation, harmony to discord. His reference to the wisdom of Pascal Kinduelo, as leader of an institution bringing together wise men, underlines his own gratitude to a respected colleague and dear friend.
Jonas Mukamba goes further by affirming that his commitment to cohesion and national unity is non-negotiable. According to him, a senator of his age must promote these essential values for the well-being of Congolese society. His attachment to the unity of the country is also manifested through his unwavering support for the President of the Republic, whom he considers his son. As a privileged witness to the political history of the DRC, notably as a pioneer of independence and participant in the political round table, Jonas Mukamba embodies a living memory of the country and a guarantor of its unity.
As the senator soon plans to turn the page on his active political life, he shares his wisdom acquired over a nearly 70-year career. His call for reconciliation and overcoming partisan quarrels resonates as an echo of common sense and pragmatism in a political context sometimes marked by divisions and antagonisms. His decision to devote himself to an advisory role, if he still has days to live, reflects his desire to continue serving his country in a spirit of dedication and altruism.
In conclusion, Jonas Mukamba embodies a unique figure in the Congolese political landscape, that of a wise and wise statesman, concerned with preserving national unity and social peace. His peaceful vision and his actions in favor of living together deserve to be saluted and encouraged, because they demonstrate a selfless commitment to serving the community. In this period of uncertainty and tension, Jonas Mukamba’s words resonate as a necessary reminder of the importance of harmony and solidarity to build a better future for all Congolese.