The political scene in the Democratic Republic of Congo was marked by a major event this Wednesday: the long-awaited speech by President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi before the Parliament meeting in Congress. This speech was of particular importance, being the first speech on the state of the nation of the second five-year term of the Head of State. In a complex context, marked by persistent security challenges in the East of the country, a fragile economy and high expectations regarding institutional reforms, expectations were high.
The newspaper “Fatshimetrie” underlines that this speech was of particular significance, with major issues such as the constitutional revision, the question of Rwandan aggression via the M23 and humanitarian responses to the ongoing crises. The senators and deputies present certainly listened attentively to the orientations of the President, who had to answer crucial questions for the future of the country.
Alongside this political news, a welcome piece of news has begun in the daily lives of the Congolese: the drop in prices of certain basic necessities. The markets have indeed recorded a significant decrease in the prices of these essential products, offering welcome relief to a population that has long been faced with galloping inflation and rising living costs.
The Minister of National Economy, Mukoko Samba, welcomed this price drop as a way to relieve households and strengthen the purchasing power of the Congolese. By inspecting warehouses belonging to major importers, he was able to personally see the impact of this initiative, particularly on the price list displayed and the availability of products.
This government action, the result of an agreement between the authorities and economic stakeholders, aims to promote more affordable access to food for the population. The Deputy Prime Minister called on consumer protection associations and citizens to take ownership of these measures, so that the improvement in purchasing power can truly benefit everyone.
In conclusion, these two major events illustrate the importance of political decisions in the daily lives of Congolese citizens. The President’s speech and the drop in the prices of basic necessities open up new perspectives for the future of the country, demonstrating the desire to meet the expectations of the population and ensure a more favorable living environment for all.