The National Service of the DRC is inspired by the Tanzanian model to strengthen its training. Major General Jean-Pierre Kasongo Kabwik visited the Ruvu center in Tanzania, which trains young people for a period of 3 months, including military training and entrepreneurship. The goal is to instill patriotic values and train young people to be engaged citizens. The DRC seeks to adapt to existing best practices to improve its national service and prepare young people to play an active role in society.
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The article details the story of the legacy of Claudine Masamba, a Congolese businesswoman who died under mysterious circumstances. Since his disappearance, his family and loved ones have been fighting to demand justice and to shed light on the events surrounding his death. The article highlights the importance of the struggle for justice and truth in Congolese society, highlighting the flaws in the judicial system and the need to fight against impunity. It calls for a transparent investigation and support from the international community and political actors.
In this article, we discover the revolution initiated by Baby Akwamba, lawyer and inventor, in the field of payment and collection of taxes in the Democratic Republic of Congo. After successfully introducing the electronic vignette, it now offers digital solutions for road tolls, car radio fees and car insurance. These innovations help simplify payment and collection processes while maximizing government revenue. Thanks to these advances, Baby Akwamba is actively contributing to the digitalization of the country’s tax administration.
This article deals with accusations of corruption between the governor and the interior minister in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The minister’s shock statements raised strong reactions, calling into question the integrity of the ministerial function. These charges are in addition to an arrest warrant already in progress against the minister for an extortion case. It is essential that appropriate measures are taken to deal with this situation, while respecting the presumption of innocence. Political leaders must assume their responsibilities to preserve the image of the country and work together for the development of Congo.
The investiture of the members of the board of directors of the CNS-GH in the Democratic Republic of Congo marks a crucial step in the management of humanitarian disasters. With the mission of strengthening the coordination and effectiveness of the humanitarian response, this institution is committed to meeting the needs of the population affected by disasters. President Gisèle Ndaya emphasizes the need to plan future actions through a mapping of humanitarian situations. This major news in the Congolese news deserves to be highlighted to inform the public.
The article highlights the installation of the new management team of the General Inspectorate of the Congolese National Police. Composed of three divisional commissioners, this team took office with the mission of setting up a professional, apolitical and human rights-respecting police force. The Deputy Minister of the Interior recalled the importance of sanctioning reprehensible behavior and exercising strict control to avoid impunity. The new Inspector General expressed his desire to make the Inspectorate General an instrument of change, and the previous Inspector General gave a positive assessment of his mandate. The article concludes by highlighting the importance of PNC reform to ensure the safety and security of the Congolese population.
Denis Kadima, president of the CENI in the DRC, is accused of having favored the candidacy of his relatives in the national legislative elections, in violation of the electoral law. This manipulation of the electoral process calls into question ethics and deontology in the DRC. Members of the CENI, including their relatives, also joined the electoral race, thus creating a conflict of interest. These actions undermine citizens’ trust in institutions and call into question the legitimacy of results. It is urgent that measures be taken to investigate these violations and guarantee a transparent and ethical electoral process in the DRC.
In his article entitled “Behind the scenes of the Kinshasa Police: reforms in sight”, the author highlights the recent changes introduced by Divisional Commissioner Blaise Kilimbalimba at the head of the Kinshasa Police. These measures aim to restore order in the security services of the Congolese capital. Among these, the suspension of Offices 2 and the prohibition for road traffic police to stop drivers, except in the event of an accident. These decisions raise questions about the role and methods of police officers, and highlight the abuses observed on the ground. Despite the reform efforts made by the European Union, resistance to change persists among some agents. However, the arrival of Divisional Commissioner Kilimbalimba could mark a turning point in the situation, with a new vision of reform and concrete changes in prospect. It is necessary to train and sensitize police officers to their role in society and to civic values. The evolution of the situation and the decisions of the new commander of the Kinshasa Police must therefore be closely monitored, in order to guarantee the safety and well-being of the inhabitants of the city and to restore the confidence of the citizens in the forces of order.
This article excerpt deals with the conflict between the Governor of Kasai Oriental in the Democratic Republic of Congo and the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF). The First President of the Court of Auditors invites the Governor to submit to the management audit initiated by the IGF. This audit aims to verify the use of the monthly subsidies paid to it by the central government. The article highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in the management of public funds in the DRC, as well as the need for cooperation between oversight bodies to ensure responsible and transparent management of state resources.