Category: International

In the Beni region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, joint FARDC-UPDF forces have been engaged in heavy fighting against ADF rebels since 31 July. Two rebel leaders were eliminated in these clashes, but the situation remains unstable and civilians face serious security risks. Thousands of people have been displaced and humanitarian efforts are being made to meet their urgent needs. A comprehensive approach, combining security, human rights protection and socio-economic development, is needed to resolve the crisis in the Beni region.

The youth recovery plan in the DRC, called “Operation Storm of the Desert”, was presented by Hervé Tansia Wa Ntumba in Kinshasa. This plan addresses seven major areas to address the problems facing Congolese youth. It places particular emphasis on agriculture, crime prevention, access to education and employment, citizen participation, gender equality and institutional capacity building. This ambitious plan aims to strengthen the capacities of young Congolese and offer them concrete opportunities to contribute to the development of the country. Hervé Tansia, a committed leader, plays a key role in the implementation of this essential initiative for a better future in the DRC.

The commemoration of the National Day of Tribute to victims of sexual violence linked to conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo is a call for mobilization launched by FONAREV. The event aims to pay tribute to the victims and raise public awareness of this issue. FONAREV plays a crucial role in access to justice and reparation for victims. The commemoration is an opportunity for national solidarity and reaffirmation of our commitment to peace and justice. It is essential that every Congolese contributes to collective awareness and action for a better future.

In this blog post, we address the subject of the commemoration of the national day of tribute to the victims of sexual violence linked to the conflicts in the DRC. FONAREV calls for national and international solidarity for this special day called “Genocost”. The objective of this day is to pay tribute to the victims, raise awareness of this issue and encourage everyone’s commitment to support the victims and build a fairer future. As a blogger, it is crucial to deal with these subjects with sensitivity and professionalism by bringing a fresh and relevant perspective.

The recent two-day retreat on Rural Transformation in Southern Africa, organized by AUDA NEPAD, SADC and WFP, provided an opportunity to operationalize the decisions made at the Quadripartite Summit on Eastern DRC. Delegates from the three organizations worked together to provide essential services and food assistance to affected populations. This retreat follows the African Rural Development Forum which highlighted the crucial role of rural development in the sustainable economic development of the continent. By strengthening cooperation between AUDA NEPAD, SADC and WFP, this event marks a significant step forward in the fight against food insecurity and the improvement of the living conditions of rural populations in Southern Africa.

Today, I invite you to dive into the major issue of our time: the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism. These illegal practices represent serious threats to financial stability and international security. In order to counter these problems, governments and financial institutions are mobilizing to set up systems for monitoring and detecting suspicious activities. Reinforcement of customer identity verification measures, employee awareness and training, use of advanced technologies… All these actions are necessary to prevent and combat these criminal activities. International cooperation and the use of the latest technological advances are crucial to ensure financial security and stability on a global scale.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Angola have organized their first Economic Forum to strengthen their cooperation and promote sustainable development in the region. Both countries possess significant natural resources, thus providing a solid basis for mutually beneficial economic development. The collaboration between the DRC and Angola is not only aimed at economic interests, but also strengthens the ties between the two peoples. This regional economic partnership is also a step towards the economic integration of Central Africa and the creation of a free trade area in sub-Saharan Africa.

The Luozi engine ferry in Kongo-Central has been stopped for 8 days, which poses a problem for the dispatch of candidate files for the provincial legislative elections. The executive secretary of the CENI has launched an urgent appeal for its repair, in order to avoid a tragedy and facilitate the filing of candidatures. This situation highlights the need for investment in transport infrastructure in the region. The authorities must take prompt action to ensure a transparent and fair electoral process.

A serious fire broke out in the warehouse of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) in the province of South Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to the CENI report, almost 75% of electronic voting devices were destroyed, along with other essential equipment for the upcoming elections. An investigation is underway to determine the exact causes of the fire and responsibilities will be established. Despite this incident, the CENI affirms that this will not prevent the opening of the Offices of Reception and Processing of Candidatures. Local and national authorities are mobilized to guarantee the transparency and smooth running of the electoral process.

The new provincial police commissioner of Kongo-Central, Israel Kantu, has announced measures to combat insecurity in the region. These measures include a general parade to present the new strategies, special attention paid to the fight against the Kuluna phenomena and highway robbers, reinforcement of night security to fight against burglaries and security devices to protect the National Number 1 attacks. These actions aim to restore a sense of security in Kongo-Central.