Category: International

The article relates the news of the Association of Drivers of Congo (ACCO) in the province of Ituri, affected by repeated attacks by presumed rebels. Faced with the inaction of the provincial government, the ACCO issued a seven-day ultimatum to obtain concrete security measures. If no action is taken, drivers could cease their activities on the Lolwa – Mambasa axis, having a considerable economic impact. Road safety and the protection of carriers are essential issues for the development of the country. Compliance with the ACCO ultimatum is crucial for the safety of transporters and the development of the province of Ituri.

The 10th ICGLR conference in Luanda, focusing on the analysis of the security situation in eastern DRC and the Republic of Sudan, is currently taking place. President Félix Tshisekedi participates. The Heads of State and their representatives continue their work behind closed doors, before producing a final communiqué. In parallel with this conference, Fatshimètre’s blog deals with various subjects affecting the DRC such as the state of siege in certain provinces, inter-community violence and banditry, the question of witchcraft and the fate of flood victims.

The Secretary General of Udps/Tshisekedi, Augustin Kabuya, carried out a successful political mission in the Paris-Brussels axis. He met various delegations to discuss the situation of the party in the federation and diplomatic issues, in particular the shortage of passports, and he visited Alexandre Ngyekama, federal president hospitalized. Kabuya provided advice to members of the Federations of Great Britain, Belgium and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, as well as to the young people of Autre vision du Congo. He also met with Ms. Benedicta Lasi, Secretary General of the Socialist International, to discuss the organization’s prospects. Finally, he concluded his trip with a meeting with the Udps community in Belgium. This trip allowed him to have an intense political activity and to strengthen the links with the representatives of the party and other allies of the Udps.

In May 2023, the Secretary General of Udps/Tshisekedi, Augustin Kabuya, accompanied by a delegation, visited Europe to discuss the political situation and relations with other parties. They had meetings with delegations from Great Britain, Belgium, the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Germany, as well as a meeting with the Belgian Socialist Party. They also gave advice on the conduct of politics and discussed the situation of the problems that weaken certain federations.

The Secretary General of the Udps, Augustin Kabuya, accompanied by a delegation of party members and allies, carried out a diplomatic mission in Europe from May 19 to 26, 2023. He was warmly welcomed at Zaventem airport in Brussels and has multiplied political meetings and talks with delegations from different countries. Kabuya stressed the importance of discipline and sincerity in political parties and discussed the activities of the Udps in France, the diplomatic mission at the DRC Embassy in Belgium and the state of the community. Udps of Belgium. Finally, he met Mrs. Benedicta Lasi, Secretary General of the Socialist International and Mr. Philippe Close, 1st Vice-President of the Belgian Socialist Party and Mayor of the city of Brussels.

The CIA document on the war in Ukraine highlights the “complicity” of the Community of East African States (EAC) for the balkanization of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This situation is causing criticism and tension in the country, despite efforts to guarantee the safety of the inhabitants and improve the economy. Infrastructure problems, insecurity and the presence of armed groups are all challenges that prevent the development of the DRC. The Congolese authorities must therefore continue to work on the stability and security of the country for a better future.

Violent clashes between the armed forces of the DRC and the jihadists of the armed group Democratic and Allied Forces (ADF) took place in the Rwenzori sector. The soldiers succeeded in neutralizing six enemy combatants and recovered weapons of war near the Nzelube River. FADRC search operations continue to fully restore security in the DRC, and the authorities encourage the collaboration of local populations to provide information on the presence of the enemy on the ground. The Democratic and Allied Forces (ADF) are an armed group claiming Islamist ideology and have launched several violent attacks in the DRC, causing thousands of deaths and displacements, with unknown motives.

The governor of Ituri province, Johnny Luboya N’kashama, has issued an ultimatum to armed groups that perpetuate atrocities against the civilian population. During the visit of the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, the governor insisted on the importance of ending impunity and the violation of human rights. He proposed to the armed groups to put an end to their violence by adhering to the program of disarmament, demobilization, community recovery and stabilization. Failing that, these groups would face national and international justice. This firm position underlines the will of the Congolese authorities to put an end to the insecurity which prevails in certain regions of the country.

Cardinal Luis António Tagle travels to Goma on a peace and reconciliation mission, after Pope Francis’ visit was canceled for security reasons. His message of reconciliation and forgiveness is eagerly awaited by the people of the region who aspire to lasting peace. Despite the threats to the city, security forces have been deployed to ensure everyone’s safety. The visit is scheduled for June 13 at Mount Carmel Church.