Category: Ecology

In this article, we review the ongoing assessment of the EAC regional force in North Kivu Province. This assessment aims to analyze the capacities and performance of the EAC in the fight against the growing insecurity in the region. The delegation of the ad hoc technical team met with the military governor of the province to discuss the current situation and make recommendations to strengthen the effectiveness of the EAC. This assessment will also help to better understand the challenges facing the EAC and develop strategies to address them. The ultimate objective is to guarantee peace and stability in the North Kivu region.

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the School of the Supernatural at the Salvation and Glory Mission with a landmark event for believers. Ecosur, created 25 years ago, is a school that aims to help Christians live a fulfilled Christian life and walk in the victory of Jesus Christ. The festivities planned for this anniversary include thanksgiving, testimonials and a final feast. Don’t miss this exceptional event which highlights the many lives transformed thanks to Ecosur.

Work to rehabilitate and modernize road infrastructure in the municipalities of Limete, Kasa-vubu and Gombe in Kinshasa has been officially launched. This initiative aims to improve the quality of the roads and facilitate traffic in these three municipalities. Funding comes from the public treasury and the work will be carried out by nine selected companies. The government undertakes to guarantee the payments and calls on the population to support the project. The Vice-Governor of Kinshasa underlines the importance of these works for the daily life of the inhabitants and encourages to take care of the new rehabilitated infrastructures. This project is crucial for the development of Kinshasa and bears witness to the government’s desire to promote the socio-economic development of the city.

A cable car is to be built in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, to solve traffic problems in the Congolese capital. This innovative solution aims to relieve road congestion and facilitate urban mobility. The cable car will connect the University of Kinshasa to the Triangle station, with a capacity of transporting 5,000 passengers per day. This ecological initiative also offers a panoramic view of the city, which could promote the development of tourism in Kinshasa. Work is expected to start in July 2023, demonstrating the Congolese government’s commitment to improving the quality of life of residents and developing transport infrastructure in the country. This project could inspire other cities to explore innovative solutions to solve urban mobility problems.

Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has been plagued by heavy traffic jams for years. In order to solve this congestion problem, the government has decided to build an urban cable car, in partnership with the Turkish firm Milvest. This cable car will connect two strategic stations in the city and will be able to transport up to 5,000 passengers per day. The objective of this project is to relieve road traffic, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and offer an alternative and rapid means of transport to the inhabitants of Kinshasa. Work is expected to begin in 2023 and the project is expected to be completed by the end of the same year. This initiative demonstrates the Congolese government’s desire to implement innovative solutions to improve infrastructure and the quality of life of the citizens of Kinshasa.

The Congolese government has signed a contract with the Turkish firm Milvest for the construction of a cable car in Kinshasa. This ambitious project aims to relieve road congestion and improve the mobility of residents. The cable car will connect two strategic stations in the city, with a capacity to transport 5,000 passengers daily. Traffic jams in Kinshasa are caused by non-compliance with the Highway Code, the dilapidated state of the roads and the lack of main and secondary roads. The government is proposing various measures to remedy this problem, in particular the decongestion of traffic black spots and the improvement of the layout of intersections and road signs. The construction of the cable car demonstrates the Congolese government’s commitment to investing in innovative solutions to improve urban mobility.

The conviction of a French national for trafficking in mineral substances in the DRC highlights the illegal exploitation of natural resources in Africa. The Commercial Court of Goma imposed a 5-year prison sentence and a fine of 480,000 US dollars on Giannesini Stéphane. This case testifies to the challenges faced by many African countries and highlights the importance of tackling mineral trafficking. The DRC is particularly affected by this phenomenon because of its significant mineral resources. This conviction sends a clear message about the Congolese authorities’ desire to punish traffickers and put an end to the illegal exploitation of natural resources. However, much more needs to be done to ensure responsible and legal mineral exploitation in the DRC and the rest of Africa. This case also highlights the need for close collaboration between national and international actors to effectively combat trafficking and foster sustainable development on the continent.

Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC) and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) have renewed their partnership within the framework of the “Agenda for Agricultural Transformation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (ATA-DRC)” program. This partnership aims to improve agricultural productivity and promote food self-sufficiency by working together to provide Congolese farmers with quality seeds. The ATA-RDC program, supported by IITA, also benefits from the technical assistance of the African Institute for Agricultural Leadership (AALI). PHC, as the largest producer of palm oil in the DRC, contributes not only to local economic development, but also to the social development of local communities by investing in infrastructure such as hospitals and schools. This partnership illustrates the importance of collaboration between the private sector and research institutions to promote agricultural development and improve the living conditions of Congolese farmers.

During the 2023 edition of DRC Mining Week in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) received a recognition award for its outstanding performance in several areas, including compliance with the highest international standards in mining management. environment, health and safety at work, as well as the signing of a five-year agreement with the local community. TFM also actively participated in the event, while highlighting the challenges of the mining sector. This award recognizes the achievements of the Congolese mining sector and the exceptional performance of TFM.

Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) has launched an annual program to assess the prevalence of malaria in schools in its concession located in the health zone of Fungurume in the DRC. More than 3,000 students participated in the school malaria prevalence survey. The selected students are subjected to a rapid diagnostic test as well as a free medical consultation. In the event of a positive diagnosis, the parents are made aware and the child is prescribed an antimalarial treatment. This initiative contributes to the fight against school absenteeism and makes parents aware of the importance of measures to prevent and fight against malaria. The World Bank has also allocated 100 million dollars to the province of Kasai Central to fight against erosion and the risk of flooding threatening the town of Kananga and the local populations.