Category: History

The documentary film “Lumumba, the return of a hero”, directed by Benoît Feyt, Dieudo Hamadi and Quentin Noirfalisse, follows the return of the remains of Patrice Lumumba, hero of the independence of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to his land native. The film also explores Lumumba’s legacy, both in the Congo and in Belgium. As Lumumba’s murder has become a symbol of colonial oppression in Belgian history, the film raises the question of what remains of Patrice Lumumba in the collective memory of Congolese and Belgian society. The film will be presented in preview on June 8, 2023 in Brussels, at the Vendôme cinema.

The documentary film “Lumumba, the return of a hero” will be screened in preview at the Vendôme cinema in the municipality of Ixelles in Belgium, Thursday, June 8. This documentary directed by Benoît Feyt, Dieudo Hamadi and Quentin Noirfalisse offers an immersion in the political celebrations of the return of Patrice Lumumba to Congo and Belgium. This hero of Congolese independence fought Belgian colonialism before being assassinated with two of his collaborators. The film seeks to find out what remains of him in these two countries, one year after the official ceremony organized in Belgium in his honor. The directors will also be present during the screening to discuss the subject matter.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) commemorates the national day of tribute to victims of conflict-related sexual violence, called “Genocost”. FONAREV, the organization responsible for reparations to victims, calls for national mobilization to pay tribute to the victims and promote unity in the fight against this violence. Rallies will be held in several symbolic locations across the country. This day is an opportunity to recognize the suffering of victims and to support their reparation. The DRC is taking a big step towards a more united and just future by committing itself against this violence.

The commemoration of the Sun City Peace Agreement in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was celebrated at an official ceremony in Kinshasa. This event paid tribute to Congolese women who have played a vital role in conflict resolution. Their involvement in the Sun City peace negotiations was crucial in reaching an agreement. Twenty years later, this commemoration highlights their courage and determination. It is necessary to continue to value and support their contribution, because peace in the DRC requires the active participation of women.

The Diocese of Molegbe in the Democratic Republic of Congo is at the center of ecclesiastical news with the resignation of Dominique Bulamatari and the appointment of Bishop José Bernard Likolo as successor. This decision is enthusiastically welcomed by the Congolese Catholic community and marks a turning point in the history of the diocese. Bishop Likolo’s mission will be to guide the faithful in their journey of faith and to support the social development of the Catholic Church in the DRC. The Congolese community has high expectations of this new leader.

In this article, we discover the youth recovery plan in the Democratic Republic of Congo presented by Hervé Tansia Wa Ntumba. This ambitious document aims to address issues affecting Congolese youth by aligning the President’s goals and ensuring effective program delivery. The plan is based on 7 main axes, such as agriculture, the fight against juvenile delinquency and the promotion of culture. It highlights the active participation of young people and the collaboration between the different actors for a successful implementation. Hervé Tansia firmly believes that this plan will create a better Congo for young people and calls for the involvement of all stakeholders to achieve meaningful change. This plan thus offers a promising perspective for the future of young Congolese.

This article pays tribute to Jean de Dieu Nguz A Karl-I-Bond, former Prime Minister of the DRC and emblematic leader of Katangese pride. His passion for his country, his fight for justice and development have left an indelible mark on the history of the nation. This tribute ceremony made it possible to recall the importance of perpetuating the memory of great politicians such as Nguz A Karl-I-Bond and of preserving their heritage for future generations.

The Inspector General of Finance (IGF), Jules Alingete, is widely praised by the international community for his hard work in the fight against corruption in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The visit of Jolke Oppewal, Ambassador of the Netherlands to the DRC, to the IGF testifies to the growing importance of financial transparency and international cooperation in this fight. Despite the persistent challenges, the determination of Jules Alingete and his team inspires hope for a better future for the DRC.

The inaugural ceremony of the 9th Francophone Games in Kinshasa raised questions about the presence of political leaders. Initially planned to attend the event, the Ivorian President decided to delegate this task to his Prime Minister and to the Ministers of Sports, Culture and Francophonie. This decision raises questions about political representation and cooperation between French-speaking countries. The Francophonie Games provide a platform to celebrate the cultural and linguistic diversity of French-speaking countries, strengthen ties and promote exchanges. As a copywriter specializing in writing blog articles on the internet, it is important to analyze these events and provide relevant information for our readers.