Category: International

The new Board of Directors of the Régie des Voies Aériennes (RVA) officially took office during a handover and takeover ceremony. With Alphonse Shungu Mahungu retained as Managing Director and the arrival of Tryphon Kin-Kiey Mulumba as Chairman of the Board of Directors, the RVA is turning to new objectives of modernizing airport infrastructure and improving Air Navigation. The new management team is determined to meet the challenges to ensure the safety and quality of air services in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Press contact: XXX

The 10th ICGLR Conference in Luanda brought together Heads of State and their representatives to analyze the security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo and take stock of the Luanda and Nairobi processes. Head of State Félix Tshisekedi took part in this meeting to discuss with João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, current president of the CIRGL and mediator appointed to facilitate dialogue between the DRC and Rwanda. Presidents Joao Lourenço and Moussa Faki also expressed concern over the situation in Khartoum, Sudan. This conference marks a new initiative in favor of security, stability and peace in Africa.

The arrest of Salomon Kalonda, senior adviser to Moïse Katumbi, was carried out without any explanation from the DRC authorities. This situation has caused great tension in the country, particularly in the run-up to the presidential and legislative elections. Congolese opposition leaders are increasingly concerned about the credibility of the Independent National Electoral Commission. This dire political situation is compounded by poverty, corruption, police repression and insecurities, worrying the people of the country who need concrete and effective responses.

The UN announces that Rwandan refugees living in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Congolese living in Rwanda will be able to freely express their desire to be repatriated to their respective countries. This choice must be voluntary and respect the safety and dignity of all. This joint decision between the governments of the DRC and Rwanda is a first step towards a solution to the security crisis that has been raging for decades between these two neighboring states. The refugee issue is one of the main factors of conflict between the two nations.

The 145 territories program in the Democratic Republic of the Congo aims to improve living conditions in rural areas of the country. A delegation from the General Inspectorate of Finance went to Mbuji-Mayi to assess the progress of this program and discuss the constraints encountered. The IGF works in collaboration with the judicial authorities to guarantee the proper use of the allocated funds. This program represents a unique opportunity to promote the country’s balanced development and reduce socio-economic inequalities. Effective management of resources and the fight against corruption are essential to ensure the success of this ambitious program.

This excerpt reports the violent fighting that took place in the town of Rwenzori in the DRC between the FARC and the jihadists. Six members of the ADP were neutralized and weapons recovered. This situation reinforces the fragility of security in eastern DRC despite the authorities’ efforts to restore peace and stability. The FARC have launched a combing operation to eradicate the armed groups and ensure the free movement of the inhabitants. Much remains to be done to consolidate peace and stability in this part of the country.

In this article, we examine the financial sanctions and travel bans imposed by the European Union on Rwandan army officer Captain Jean-Pierre Niragire for his alleged involvement in serious human rights violations in the Republic Democratic Republic of the Congo. We stress the importance of this decision while mentioning the need for broader sanctions against the most senior Rwandan officers. We also address the role of General James Kabarebe and Major General Alex Kagame, who are linked to controversial activities. By providing in-depth analysis, we seek to inform our readers and highlight the responsibilities of the Rwandan officers implicated in the abuses.

Kakule Mbalikiriri Moïse Léonard, former president of Butuhe civil society, was assassinated on the night of June 2 by armed men. This event revived the debate on insecurity in the province of Beni in the DRC. Armed groups, such as the ADF, perpetuate attacks against civilians in the region, creating a feeling of insecurity for the inhabitants. The progress made in recent years gives hope for an improvement in the situation, but it is important that the perpetrators of this crime be identified and tried in order to restore peace and security in the region.