Category: Ecology

Back to school is the perfect time to discover exciting exhibitions in the fields of art, fashion and cinema. This article presents three must-see exhibitions: “Explorations of reality” at the Museum of Modern Art in Paris, which explores the boundaries between reality and fiction, “Fashion Forward” at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, which traces the evolution of fashion through the centuries, and “Cinéma en Lumière” at the Center Pompidou in Paris, a retrospective of the great directors and outstanding films in the history of cinema. Don’t miss these unique opportunities to travel through fascinating creative universes.

Back to school is the perfect time to discover exciting exhibitions in the fields of art, fashion and cinema. This article presents three must-see exhibitions: “Explorations of reality” at the Museum of Modern Art in Paris, which explores the boundaries between reality and fiction, “Fashion Forward” at the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, which traces the evolution of fashion through the centuries, and “Cinéma en Lumière” at the Center Pompidou in Paris, a retrospective of the great directors and outstanding films in the history of cinema. Don’t miss these unique opportunities to travel through fascinating creative universes.

The partners of the PICAGL project validated the Annual Work Plan and Budget for the 2023-2024 financial year during a workshop in Bukavu. This plan aims to support the development of agricultural value chains, cost-sharing subsidy and regional integration. Actions will be undertaken to promote the multiplication of cassava cuttings, improve the marketing of agricultural products and build the capacity of inseminators. Measures will also be taken to facilitate trade, mechanize rice cultivation and support fish farming. The consolidation of achievements and the sustainability of the project will also be priorities. Validation of the plan will make it possible to revitalize the implementation of activities and improve the living conditions of rural populations.

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The Pius Muabilu Foundation supports the return to school in Limeté by distributing school supplies to more than 3,000 parents of students. This action aims to lighten the financial burden on families and support free basic education. The Pius Muabilu Foundation is known for its constant commitment to the less fortunate and this distribution of school supplies only reinforces their commitment. The beneficiary parents expressed their gratitude and underlined the importance of these supplies for the academic success of their children. A little girl even expressed her admiration for Stéphane Muabilu and her wish to follow his example. This distribution of school supplies demonstrates the importance of supporting children’s education in economically difficult circumstances.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) must take urgent measures to better regulate the marketing of cobalt, one of the country’s main export products. President Félix Tshisekedi underlined the untapped potential of the DRC in this sector, despite the fact that it has nearly 60% of the world’s cobalt reserves. Shortcomings in the sourcing, pricing and exporting process have led to an unprecedented increase in profits for multinationals, while the country derives little profit from this exploitation. The President called for stricter measures to regulate the export of cobalt and the implementation of the local processing strategy to maximize the benefits for the country. This initiative would also improve working conditions for workers and reduce the negative environmental impacts associated with cobalt mining. The DRC therefore has the opportunity to become a major player in the cobalt industry while contributing to its own socio-economic development.

The Integrated Agricultural Growth Project in the Great Lakes (PICAGL) validated its annual work plan and budget (PTBA) for 2023-2024 during a workshop in Bukavu. With a budget of more than 20 million dollars, the AWPB aims to implement the activities planned in the project. It comprises four key components, including the development of agricultural value chains and regional integration. Planned activities include mass natural breeding campaigns, acquisition of heifers for herders and establishment of primary cassava multiplication fields. The AWPB will make it possible to catch up on certain activities and develop a sustainability strategy for the project. Once approved by the steering committee and the World Bank, the project can begin the implementation of activities. PICAGL plays an essential role in the development of agriculture in South Kivu and contributes to strengthening food security and the local economy.

A group of thirteen Chinese nationals have been arrested in the Democratic Republic of Congo for illegal lithium mining. The territorial authorities have discovered deposits of minerals and even an aerodrome laid out by these individuals. A commission of inquiry was dispatched to the scene to shed light on this affair. Civil society calls on the government to take concrete measures to end the looting of mineral resources in the Malemba Nkulu region. Regulating mining and preserving the country’s resources is essential to ensure sustainable economic development.

The health situation in Kasai is alarming, with an upsurge in measles cases. Since the beginning of 2023, more than 15,525 cases have been recorded, unfortunately resulting in 655 deaths. The most affected health zones are Luebo, Kanzala in Tshikapa, West Kalonda, Mushenge, Bulape and Kitangua. Measles is a highly contagious viral infection, mainly affecting children. Measures have been put in place to provide free care to patients and a vaccination campaign is planned for September. Everyone’s collaboration is essential to fight the spread of this disease and ensure a healthier future for the Kasai region and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a serious food crisis that threatens millions of people. The World Food Program (WFP) has launched an urgent appeal for 567 million dollars to finance food relief operations. The situation is particularly worrying in the east of the country, where 6 million people are displaced and face chronic food insecurity. The DRC is facing the biggest food crisis in the world, with 25.8 million people facing food insecurity. WFP stresses the importance of an immediate response from the international community to avert a humanitarian catastrophe in the DRC.