Category: Legal

In this article, we learn that provincial deputies of the Kinshasa Assembly have set up a Commission to control the management of Godé Mpoyi, president of the deliberative body. The deputies denounce Mpoyi’s maneuvers, in particular his attempts to relocate the office of the Assembly to his personal residence. This decision follows the rehabilitation of Mpoyi by the Kinshasa/Gombe Court of Appeal after his dismissal. MEPs believe that these actions are provocative and go against the institution. The establishment of the Commission shows the will of the deputies to take measures to guarantee integrity and transparency within the Provincial Assembly. The article concludes by emphasizing the importance of monitoring the actions of the Commission and their consequences on the management of the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly.

The police arrested seven people for non-compliance with health measures in a border city of Uganda. Civil society supports this initiative but also calls for the installation of public bins to facilitate waste management. According to civil society, arrests must have an educational rather than a punitive intention. The police say that these actions aim to raise awareness and encourage more responsible behavior. However, this situation highlights the lack of infrastructure for waste management in the city. Civil society calls on the authorities to install public trash cans to improve hygiene and the quality of life of residents.

In Kasai Oriental, a delegation of finance inspectors was poorly received by the provincial authorities during a management control mission. The governor of the province vigorously opposed his refusal, arguing that a control by the Court of Auditors is already in progress. However, the first president of the court of auditors denied this assertion, highlighting the maneuvers of the governor to conceal his mismanagement. This event raises questions about the existence of opaque bank accounts and the need for transparency in the management of public finances.

Maître Ignace Mwamba accuses the Minister of State for Urban Planning and Housing, Pius Muabilu Mbayu Mukala, of having illegally expelled his client Benoît Tshibangu Ilunga from his property in Parcel No. 40, avenue de la Gombe, in Kinshasa. The plot was ceded to Mr. Ilunga in 1988 and registered in 1990, but the minister requires a decommissioning order before recognizing the acquisition of the property. Master Mwamba requests the intervention of President Tshisekedi to enforce court decisions and put an end to this illegal situation.

This article looks back on the attack on a magistrate in Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Video of the incident has gone viral on social media, sparking outrage among the judicial community. The author of the article explains that this case raises questions about security in the DRC and calls on leaders to act to prevent it from happening again. Combining the functions of magistrates is also mentioned and presented as a solution to improve their working and living conditions. The article invites readers to consult their blog for more information on current events in the DRC.

In this article, the management of the Mbuela Lodge hotel categorically refutes the allegations that trade unionist Emery Masangu died in their establishment. They claim that the deceased was actually staying at another inn called the Mangoustan Hotel. They are keen to clarify this fake news and rectify the facts to avoid confusion. Mbuela Lodge Hotel Management apologizes for the rumors and assures that no fatalities or illnesses have been reported at their resort. It is recalled the importance of checking the sources of information before sharing news to avoid spreading erroneous information.

The DRC is accelerating the process of demobilizing armed groups in the east of the country by preparing the cantonment of elements of the rebel movement M23 in the town of Rumangabo. Angola will send a military contingent to ensure the security of the cantonment area. The government is also working on the social reintegration of demobilized soldiers by drawing inspiration from the combinations of several successful models.

The new Board of Directors of the Régie des Voies Aériennes (RVA) was officially set up during a handover and takeover ceremony. Some members have been reappointed, while others are entering. Alphonse Shungu Mahungu remains Managing Director, assisted by Mayaya Kawaasa as Deputy Managing Director. Tryphon Kin-Kiey Mulumba replaces Bienvenu Liyota Ndjoli as Chairman of the Board of Directors. The outgoing PCA expressed his gratitude and highlighted the achievements made under his leadership. The new CEO promises to work in the interests of the company and to maintain good relations with the rest of the Board of Directors. The new leaders will be responsible for continuing modernization projects and ensuring the smooth running of air operations.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is currently investigating crimes against humanity in the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on armed groups responsible for acts of violence since the 2000s. As part of this mission, the ICC prosecutor recently met with victims of Germain Katanga and traveled to Goma to assess the crimes committed in the eastern part of the country. The ICC plays an essential role in the fight against impunity for international crimes and thus contributes to establishing a just and secure society for all.