Title: How the youth recovery plan in the Democratic Republic of Congo aims to solve the great ills that affect them
Introduction :
The development and fulfillment of young people are major challenges for any country. In the Democratic Republic of Congo, where young people represent a large part of the population, the challenges are numerous. It is with this in mind that Mr. Hervé Tansia Wa Ntumba, leader and youth supervisor, has designed a youth recovery plan entitled “Operation Desert Storm”. This plan aims to solve the great evils that plague Congolese youth through seven key areas. In this article, we will present these axes as well as the objectives of the recovery plan.
1. Agriculture and rurality axis:
Agriculture is an essential sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but it suffers from many challenges. This first axis of the recovery plan aims to promote agriculture and rurality by offering training and opportunities to young people in this area. The objective is to develop Congolese agriculture, improve food security and create jobs in rural areas.
2. Axis Juvenile delinquency and depravity of morals:
Juvenile delinquency and depravity of morals are problems faced by Congolese youth. This second axis of the recovery plan aims to implement preventive and repressive actions to fight against these scourges. This includes strengthening the institutions in charge of juvenile justice and raising young people’s awareness of the harmful consequences of delinquency and deviant behaviour.
3. Youth, Population and Development Axis:
Congolese youth represent an asset for the development of the country. This axis of the recovery plan aims to promote the inclusion of young people in the development process, by offering them educational, professional and economic opportunities. The aim is to enable young people to actively contribute to economic growth and the construction of a prosperous society.
4. Youth, Culture and New Citizenship Axis:
Culture plays an important role in the construction of the identity of young Congolese. This axis of the recovery plan aims to promote the cultural wealth of the Democratic Republic of Congo and to encourage young people to get involved in the preservation and enhancement of their heritage. It is also about promoting a new citizenship based on the values of commitment, solidarity and mutual respect.
5. Youth and Gender Axis:
Gender equality is a crucial issue for inclusive and sustainable youth development. This axis of the recovery plan aims to promote equal opportunities and rights between the sexes, by combating discrimination and gender-based violence.. The goal is to enable girls and young women to access education, employment and leadership positions.
6. Youth Axis, Partnership for Development:
Youth development requires collaboration and partnership with different actors. This axis of the recovery plan aims to strengthen partnerships between the government, civil society, the private sector and international organizations to support initiatives in favor of Congolese youth. The objective is to mobilize the resources and skills necessary to implement the actions of the recovery plan.
7. Youth Axis and Institutional and Technical Capacity Building:
The last axis of the recovery plan aims to strengthen the institutional and technical capacities of the structures in charge of youth. The aim is to train and equip the key players for better care and support for young people. The objective is to professionalize the services dedicated to young people and to improve the quality of the interventions.
Conclusion :
The youth recovery plan in the Democratic Republic of Congo, drawn up by Hervé Tansia Wa Ntumba, is a set of ambitious actions aimed at solving the major ills affecting Congolese youth. Through seven strategic axes, this plan aims to promote agriculture, fight against juvenile delinquency, promote inclusive development, enhance culture, promote gender equality, strengthen partnerships and improve institutional capacities. If implemented effectively, this plan could open new perspectives for Congolese youth and contribute to building a better future