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The National Assembly announced the establishment of a peace commission to resolve the inter-community conflict between the Teke and the Yaka in the Bateke plateaus. The commission is made up of several categories of people, including the governors of three provinces, the VPMs of the interior and defence, the ministers of land and social affairs, the customary chiefs of the four provinces concerned, as well as elected officials. The President of the National Assembly also called on the Mobondo group to come to the authorities to resolve the problem. The objective is to find a solution to the problems of peace and integration which preoccupy the region before the elections from September to December next.

This article talks about current events in the Democratic Republic of Congo and particularly the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) which is criticized by the secular coordination committee (CLC) for its refusal to set up an external and credible audit of the electoral register. . The CLC continues its awareness campaign to support the Congolese to take their responsibilities and calls for support for the opposition march which will take place on May 20. The article also discusses other topics such as the strike, the security situation, the demolition of armed fighters, the reform of maternity leave and the restructuring of the DRC Social Fund.

The African Cup Winners’ Cup final is between Angolan teams Primeiro Do Agosto and Petro Atletico, leaving Jeunesse Sportive de Kinshasa relegated to the classification matches. Congolese teams must work hard to catch up with the competition, not only in the competition but also on the local scene. The security situation in the DRC is deteriorating, causing the displacement of more than 202,000 people and political decisions are controversial. However, positive projects continue to emerge, such as the special economic zone of Musienene, while the reform of maternity leave in the DRC allows equal treatment of female employees. It is therefore important to follow the news of the DRC closely.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is launching a call for tenders for the production of electricity via the Lubilanji hydroelectric plant, attracting many investors. Although this project is an opportunity for the country to increase its access to electricity, it should not present environmental or social risks for local communities and the ecosystem. The Congolese government must ensure that the project is carried out in a transparent and participatory manner. By improving its business climate, the DRC could become an attractive destination for investors.

A bill has been submitted to the National Assembly of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) concerning maternity leave. If it is adopted, it will grant the woman giving birth her salary throughout the maternity period and will treat women employees in the private and public sectors in the same way. Currently, salaried women are entitled to two-thirds of their salary, while their status in the public sector allows them to retain their benefits in the event of childbirth. Gabriela Mwimba, president of the Réseau des Dames Enarques (RDE), points out that this distinction is an unequal treatment between women. It recommends strengthening Congolese social security to allow affiliates to benefit from the necessary health care during this period.

The Democratic Republic of Congo has adopted a bill which defines the fundamental principles of the right to strike. This bill, brought by the national deputy Guy Mafuta Kabongo, aims to regulate the exercise of the right to strike in the DRC to prevent abuse. It prohibits any dismissal following a strike pronounced in the absence of gross negligence and provides for a minimum service for health personnel and the requisition of certain agents in the event of a strike affecting the needs of the population and the continuity of public services. The bill has sparked debates in the National Assembly but has been declared admissible and will be sent to the PAJ commission for cleaning up. Workers and employers welcome this legislative initiative which is the first of its kind since the country gained independence in 1960.

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing an alarming security situation, particularly in the regions of Irumu, Mahagi and Djugu, where many armed groups operate. Since the beginning of the year, more than 202,000 people have been displaced, mainly women and children. Although peace agreements have been signed, their application remains insufficient in these areas. The dissolution of the Social Fund also risks depriving the DRC of a billion dollars of funding. Despite this, positive initiatives are emerging, although much remains to be done to stabilize the security situation and promote economic development in the region.

The decision to dissolve the DRC Social Fund risks costing the DRC US$1 billion in funding for World Bank humanitarian and development projects. The dissolution risks interrupting approximately 5,000 contracts of individual consultants. The World Bank regrets the lack of prior exchange with the Congolese authorities and invites the government to communicate to all stakeholders about the interruptions of project activities. The decision is also an important notice on the obligation to respect legal agreements.

The United States has made a request to Rwanda to withdraw its troops present in the province of North Kivu in support of the M23 terrorists. The Congolese government has deployed troops to fight the resurgence of armed groups in the east of the country, but the US ambassador stressed that efforts to protect the rights of citizens and displaced people must be better coordinated. The tension between the two countries raises concerns about security in the region, especially regarding gas and oil reserves in the border areas. The DRC is facing a major humanitarian crisis exacerbated by the armed conflicts that have raged in the east of the country for years.

This article chronicles the efforts of the Congolese government to encourage militiamen to lay down their arms and demobilize in order to achieve a lasting peace. Recently, more than sixty armed fighters laid down their arms in Lubero, North Kivu. This disarmament ceremony was an opportunity to mark an important step towards peace in this region which is constantly plagued by armed conflict. Although this initiative is not a perfect solution, it is a positive sign that the DRC is moving towards a more peaceful society.