In a recent CAS-INFO article, mention is made of the meeting between the First Lady of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi, and Bineta Diop, Special Envoy of the President of the African Union Commission. This meeting aimed to discuss the initiatives of the First Lady in favor of the DRC, particularly in the field of health.
The article highlights the work of the First Lady in the care of sickle cell patients, a serious illness that affects many people in the DRC. Bineta Diop welcomed this action and even hoped that this model would be reproduced in other African countries.
The fight against violence against women was also discussed during this meeting. The First Lady was praised for her commitment to this cause, particularly through the Fonarev initiative. Bineta Diop underlined the importance of the involvement of women at the negotiating table for lasting peace, and encouraged Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi to take initiatives for greater representation of women in this area.
The African Union delegation also plans to visit Goma as part of its mission in favor of women.
This meeting between Denise Nyakeru Tshisekedi and Bineta Diop highlights the First Lady’s commitment to concrete initiatives to improve the health and well-being of the Congolese, as well as her desire to promote greater participation of women in decisions. decision.