Category: Ecology

Faith Word In action, an organization specializing in the development and empowerment of young women, recently organized a workshop in Kinshasa. The objective of this workshop was to review the activities carried out as part of the annual review of the organization and to take stock of the progress made. Funded by organizations such as Oxfam, FEMNET and the European Union, Faith Word In action plays an important role in promoting women’s leadership. The workshop allowed members of the organization to discuss the programmatic and financial aspects of the activities, highlighting the key results achieved. Anifa Kalombola, Executive Secretary of Faith Word In action, highlighted the importance of this annual review to assess achievements and challenges encountered, as well as the importance of planning for the year 2023. The workshop also created a space for collaboration between the various partners of the organization, thus promoting positive progress. Faith Word In action has been present in the Democratic Republic of Congo for almost four years and works in collaboration with other local organizations. Together, they contribute to the realization of the STITCH project in seven African countries. This annual review and workshop demonstrates Faith Word In Action’s commitment to continually evaluating and improving its activities in promoting gender equality and women’s leadership.

Faith Word In Action (FWA), a structure dedicated to the development and empowerment of women and girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), organized a workshop in Kinshasa to assess its progress and challenges. Funded by partners such as Oxfam and the European Union, FWA emphasizes women’s leadership within communities. The workshop allowed participants to exchange experiences and strengthen their partnerships. FWA plays a vital role in the development of the DRC by promoting equality and inclusion. For a better understanding of Congolese news, the articles offered in the article address topics such as the dismissal of a politician, the efforts of the European Union for inclusive elections, the security situation and the issues of disinformation. As an internet content writer, it is important to stay informed and provide relevant, quality articles to engage and inform readers about current events in the DRC.

During the night of Wednesday to Thursday, a fire destroyed 14 houses in Kabukungu, in Kamituga, in South Kivu. Residents have lost their belongings and are calling for help from the authorities. This disaster is unfortunately the latest in a series of fires in the region, highlighting the lack of means of prevention and intervention. It is urgent to put in place adequate measures to avoid such tragedies in the future and to support the victims.

In this powerful excerpt from a blog article, we discover the construction sites in progress in the city of Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which testify to the evolution of infrastructures in the Congolese capital. The Minister of Infrastructure, Alexis Gisaro, visited several ongoing sites in the districts of Lemba, Limete, Kisenso and N’sele to see the progress of the work and launch new projects. These projects, such as the rehabilitation of Avenue Sefu in Lemba or the modernization of Avenue de la Paix in Kisenso, have a direct impact on the Congolese population, by improving traffic flow and promoting the economic development of the region. In addition, these works create employment, thus offering opportunities to the inhabitants of Kinshasa. This visit by the minister bears witness to the government’s commitment to improving the infrastructure and living conditions of the population, as well as to the dynamism and development of the city. These projects are an important step towards a better future for the Democratic Republic of Congo.

In the village of Mpanda in the DRC, an innovative agricultural development program has dramatically increased maize production. Thanks to the supervision of the National Service, the farmers managed to produce a record 400 tonnes of maize. This initiative has improved food security and opened up new economic opportunities for the Mpanda community. In addition to strengthening food self-sufficiency, this program contributes to sustainable development by reducing dependence on imports. It is essential to support and strengthen such initiatives to ensure a prosperous future for farmers in the DRC.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) faces a high incidence of malaria, with millions of cases and deaths each year. However, a new malaria vaccine, RTS,S/AS01, offers hope in the fight against this disease. After its success in Ghana, Kenya and Malawi, the DRC will introduce this vaccine, which could prevent thousands of deaths each year. The first doses are expected in 2023, marking a crucial step in the fight against malaria in the DRC.

The construction of a cable car in Kinshasa is underway to solve the problem of urban congestion. Work should start this month and the Turkish company “Milvest” has been entrusted with the project. The cable car will bypass traffic jams and reduce travel times, improving the quality of life of residents while being environmentally friendly. This initiative is part of a broader desire of the Congolese government to improve transport infrastructure. Hopefully this project will be a success and serve as an example for other cities facing the same traffic congestion problems.

The Congolese government has undertaken the construction of a cable car in Kinshasa to alleviate traffic congestion problems. Work has started and the cable car should be operational in July 2023. This new aerial cable transport solution will offer a fast, reliable and ecological alternative for the inhabitants of the capital. By facilitating travel, the cable car will also promote the economic development of the city. This initiative demonstrates the Congolese government’s desire to find innovative solutions to solve traffic problems in Kinshasa.

The 31st meeting of the African Regional Certification Commission for Poliomyelitis Eradication has started in Kinshasa. The objective of this four-day meeting is to assess progress and challenges in the fight against polio in Africa, with a focus on the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Despite the difficulties encountered, the DRC has committed to financing a large part of the purchase of vaccines. Representatives from six invited countries will join the DRC delegation to discuss steps to be taken to eradicate polio from the region once and for all. This meeting follows the 3rd National Forum on Immunization and Polio Eradication in the DRC, which was held at the end of June. It is hoped that, with the support of partners, polio can be eradicated in Africa.

The book “Martyr children: inspired by the lives of children suffering from cancer in the DRC” by author Andy Mukendi is a cry for awareness on the alarming situation of childhood cancer in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It gives voice to children and their families, telling their stories and sharing their testimonies. The objective is to raise public awareness and raise funds to improve the care of these children. The author thus hopes to create a national program to fight childhood cancer in the DRC.