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The meeting between Prime Ministers Sama Lukonde and Amadou-Ba made it possible to strengthen ties between Congo and Senegal, and to discuss international news. The Senegalese Prime Minister hailed the organization of the Francophonie Games by Congo, while discussions also focused on bilateral cooperation and the security situation in the DRC. This meeting illustrates the importance of harmonious collaboration between African countries to face common challenges.
The extraordinary EAC summit was held to discuss the worrying situation in eastern DRC where leaders hailed efforts to restore peace while condemning ceasefire violations. Leaders agreed to extend the status-of-forces agreement for six months to facilitate the orderly withdrawal of armed groups and protect civilians. The EAC Regional Force is responsible for maintaining the liberated areas and ensuring the withdrawal of the remaining armed groups. The international community must support these efforts to ensure stability and security in the eastern DRC region.
The signing of a memorandum of understanding between four armed groups in Ituri has given hope for an end to the violence and the return of the displaced. However, activists and politicians are waiting for concrete actions to be convinced of the will of the militiamen to respect this agreement. The solution will only come from the Iturians according to Major General Peter Chirimwami. It remains to be seen whether this agreement will bear fruit to offer a new era to the province of Ituri.
This article discusses the worrying situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, in particular in relation to the recent terrorist attack in Beni, as well as the draft law on the distribution of seats in the upcoming elections. In addition, citizen movements accuse the government of not ensuring the security of the country and the Congolese franc continues to depreciate in the informal market. The challenges are many, but the governor of Ituri sends a strong message to the armed groups by warning them against national and international justice. Authorities and citizens must work together to overcome these obstacles.
The Democratic Republic of Congo and China have recently elevated their bilateral relations to a comprehensive strategic cooperative partnership. This development occurs in a context of competition between the great powers for the control of strategic minerals, such as cobalt. However, the DRC must be cautious in the face of great power competition and take steps to protect the interests of its people. The partnership can be a lever for the development of the Congolese economy, provided that this is done in compliance with international standards and the general interest of the population.
The east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo remains a major security concern for the authorities and international organisations. Deputy Prime Minister of Defence, Jean-Pierre Bemba, traveled to Luanda to take part in the extraordinary summit of the CIRGL on the security situation. The president of Angola, as mediator appointed by the African Union, is concerned about the tension in eastern DRC and plans to send 500 Angolan soldiers to provide security for the areas where the members are stationed. of M23. The governor of Ituri is determined to work to stabilize the troubled regions. However, the DRC is facing new terrorist attacks in Beni, which once again highlight the worrying situation in the country. Finally, the Congolese franc is stabilizing on the official foreign exchange market.
In North Kivu, the Congolese armed forces succeeded in neutralizing an ADF terrorist leader and his wife during a joint operation with the Ugandan army. This significant advance in the fight against armed groups demonstrates the effectiveness of cross-border cooperation. Loyal forces have also recovered weapons and ammunition, thus strengthening the security of the region. However, it is essential to continue to intensify efforts to completely eradicate the threat of armed groups in North Kivu.
The African Union Development Agency (AUDA NEPAD), SADC and the World Food Program (WFP) organized a retreat in South Africa to operationalize the Kinshasa Declaration on Rural Transformation in Southern Africa. This declaration aims to provide services and food aid to populations affected by food insecurity. The retreat enabled the decisions taken at the Kinshasa summit to be translated into concrete actions. As rural development is crucial for sustainable economic development in Africa, this initiative aims to promote rural transformation and territorial planning. Through this collaboration, it is hoped that significant results will be achieved in the fight against food insecurity and rural development in the region.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has announced that Rwandan refugees in the Democratic Republic of Congo and those from the DRC in Rwanda can freely express their desire to be voluntarily repatriated to their respective countries. This announcement was made during a meeting held in Geneva last May between the Rwandan and Congolese governments which affirmed their desire to allow citizens to return home safely. Approximate figures of 200,000 Rwandan refugees in the Democratic Republic of Congo and 80,000 Congolese in Rwanda have been announced. A technical meeting will be organized in the coming days to define the modalities of support for those who wish to return to their places of origin.
The Democratic Republic of Congo organized a summit to discuss the security situation in the east of the country, which is still worrying despite the respect of the ceasefire by the Armed Forces. The authorities presented measures to protect the civilian population and to revitalize the P-DDRCS. However, the government is also accused of failing to provide security in the country in the face of terrorist attacks. Furthermore, the Democratic Republic of Congo is continuing its electoral process despite the opposition’s concerns about the distribution of seats.