Category: International

Since Monday, May 29, the doors of transport agencies leading to the former Orientale province have been closed, which worries drivers and handlers who are thinking of a strike. However, the platform of carriers, PLATRACO, speaks of a three-day mourning which should be lifted soon. Carriers are demanding the rehabilitation of roads and safety on busy roads. The carriers’ strike has significant and worrying consequences for the freight transport sector to the former Orientale province. The situation has a direct impact on the economy of the region, it is important to follow the negotiations closely so that the transport of goods can resume quickly.

The Attorney General of the International Criminal Court, Karim Khan, traveled to the province of Ituri, in the north-east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, to investigate crimes against humanity documented since the 2000s. The province has been plagued by insecurity for decades. In addition to this situation, the Congolese population is also concerned about issues such as the assassination of a finalist, to which the government responded by arresting and bringing to justice the soldier responsible, or the creation of special economic zones to accelerate development. socio-economic and reduce poverty in the region. In this difficult context, the inspiring initiative of the young Congolese entrepreneurs fair offers an opportunity for young people to present their innovative projects. Despite the challenges, these actions are encouraging signs for the country’s future.

During the 21st Extraordinary Summit of the East African Community, Heads of State recommended that the regional force work in conjunction with the UN mission to oversee the suitability of Rumangabo camp for the pre-cantonment of M23 and other armed groups. The demobilization of terrorists would make it possible to pacify the province of Lituri, which suffers from security fragility. The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court pledged to fight against impunity in the DRC, while the Le Parrain Foundation organized the Salon des Jeunes Entrepreneurs Congolais, an inspiring platform for innovative projects.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is experiencing an alarming security situation, marked by a series of violence in several provinces of the country. The Congolese government is criticized for its inability to guarantee the safety of people and their property. The Front Commun pour le Congo (FCC), an opposition platform led by former President Joseph Kabila, has expressed concerns about the presence of foreign forces in some areas and the instrumentalization of the judiciary. The FCC calls on the international community to sanction the sponsors and executors of human rights violations in the DRC.

The regions of Kalemie and Nyemba in the Democratic Republic of Congo are battling a cholera epidemic. Despite a slight decline in the number of cases, the situation remains worrying. The lack of essential inputs such as chlorination and disinfection is a major source of concern. The treatment centers for cholera patients are overwhelmed for lack of adequate equipment. It is urgent to take measures to overcome this lack of inputs and ensure the safety of people affected by the epidemic. Collaboration between health authorities, humanitarian organizations and the international community is necessary to support these regions in their fight against cholera and preserve the health of local populations.

The Ituri region in the Democratic Republic of Congo is facing an alarming situation with the death of more than 900 people caused by armed groups since the beginning of the year. These armed conflicts are closely linked to the illicit exploitation of minerals, which serves as financing for armed groups. Congo Peace Center organized a workshop on mining governance to identify the links between conflict and mining, and find solutions to restore peace. The recommendations of this workshop will be submitted to the office of the technical secretariat of the Nairobi process in order to fight against illegal exploitation and protect civilian populations. Collaboration between local actors, experts and international organizations is essential to solve this crisis.

The Netherlands financially supports the fight against gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With an envelope of 13 million USD, the gender stability and community guarantee project (S3G2) implemented by CORDAID in the provinces of North and South Kivu benefits from this support. This project aims to set up one-stop centers, the One Stop Centers, for the management of cases of gender-based sexual violence. It also provides for the strengthening of health systems in the sexual and reproductive health of adolescents and young people. This initiative shows the commitment of the Netherlands to the promotion of gender equality and the protection of women’s rights in the DRC. It represents a significant step forward in the fight against gender-based violence and we hope that it will serve as an example for other countries.

The article highlights the absence of Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary General of the OIF, at the Jeux de la Francophonie in Kinshasa due to political tensions between the DRC and Rwanda. Despite the initial announcement of her attendance, her spokesperson confirmed that she would not be attending. This situation underlines the importance of diplomatic relations for the smooth running of international events. Despite the differences, it is essential to promote peace and cooperation between the participating countries. Despite the absence of Mushikiwabo, the emphasis remains on the sporting and cultural spirit of the event.

The National Primary School Examination (ENAFEP) has started in the DRC with the participation of more than 42,000 students in 149 centres. The governor of the province of Kasaï Oriental has entrusted this task to the Complex scolaire Saint Marcel, Mbuji-Mayi. The Chief Executive encouraged the students to work hard to prepare for their future. At the same time, the government is focusing on educational reforms, the fight against growing insecurity in the east of the country, sports, as well as entrepreneurial initiatives to improve the lives of the population.