**Fatshimetrie: An uncertain food future for millions of Congolese**
The food crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo has reached alarming proportions, according to data from the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report. With nearly 25.6 million people food insecure, or a quarter of the population, the government and its partners face a monumental challenge in ensuring a sustainable food future for all Congolese.
Ongoing conflicts in the east of the country, massive population displacement and the devastating effects of climate change have exacerbated the crisis, plunging millions of people into high levels of acute food insecurity. According to the report, 3.1 million Congolese are in an emergency situation, facing immediate food needs.
Faced with this critical situation, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Grégoire Mutshail Mutomb, stressed the urgency to act. He commended the work of international agencies such as the World Food Programme (WFP), FAO and IFAD for their in-depth analysis, while calling for sustainable solutions to reverse the trend.
The Congolese government’s commitment to this challenge is clear, with a strong desire to implement concrete actions in the next two years. This desire is closely linked to the ambitious vision of the President of the Republic and his government, who are working to achieve the six pillars of their program for the second term.
The United Nations, through its representatives in the DRC, has also committed to supporting the government in this crucial fight. A strong partnership between UN agencies, technical and financial partners, civil society, NGOs and the private sector is essential to mobilize the necessary resources and implement effective solutions.
The revival of agriculture and the strengthening of infrastructure are at the heart of the national roadmap developed by the United Nations, in close collaboration with the Congolese government. Mobilizing subsoil resources to finance agricultural development and ensure food sovereignty is a priority, in line with President Tshisekedi’s vision.
In a context where millions of lives depend on access to adequate food, it is imperative to redouble efforts and cooperation to address this major humanitarian challenge. The current situation calls for unwavering national and international solidarity to ensure a stable and prosperous food future for all Congolese.
In conclusion, the food crisis in the DRC is a humanitarian emergency that requires an immediate and coordinated response. By joining forces and resources, the government, international agencies, humanitarian organizations and civil society can overcome this challenge and offer a better future to millions of vulnerable people. The time to act has come, so that Fatshimetrie is no longer synonymous with food poverty, but with progress and security for all.
On this basis, it is essential that concrete actions are put in place quickly to support populations in difficulty and guarantee equitable access to healthy and nutritious food. The fate of millions of lives depends on our ability to act decisively and in solidarity in the face of this humanitarian crisis.