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The CENCO-ECC Electoral Observation Mission expressed its opposition to the approach of the Independent National Electoral Commission concerning the call for tenders for the recruitment of its international and national auditors for the electoral register, fearing that the authors chosen would be not independent. Despite everything, the CENI has included the external audit of the electoral register in the electoral calendar and in the Strategic and Operational Plan 2022-2026, which enshrines the principle of transparency at each stage of the electoral process. The Congolese government has not given up on the challenges and has passed six bills to boost the country’s economic and social development, despite flooding, rising sexual violence and the ongoing health crisis. The emblematic figure of Congolese showbiz, Samy Mikobi, has passed away, leaving behind him an empty place in Congolese art. Finally, agents dismissed from the Presidency of the Republic contest their departure while the crisis in the DRC continues.

The Presidents of the Republics of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo recently met to discuss various topics such as the humanitarian situation, regional cooperation, the evolution of the security situation in eastern DRC as well as the challenges internal ones such as the deadly floods and the corn flour crisis. However, the Congolese government has passed six credit ratification bills to stimulate the country’s economic and social development. At the same time, the Economic Community of Central African States has appointed Félix Tshisekedi as facilitator designated by the region for the Chadian crisis.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is facing several challenges this week, including flooding that has killed more than 400 people. The organization SOFEPADI called for the establishment of an effective urban plan to avoid such disasters in the future. Sexual violence also continues to be a major problem, with nearly 674 victims treated by MSF in just two weeks. Justice, peace and education are key to ending this scourge. The government has also passed six bills to boost economic and social development, but more needs to be done to improve the lives of Congolese.

The article deals with the issue of the management of migratory flows between the DRC and Angola, and the importance of a solid technical framework for cooperation in this area. A $5.1 million project has been set up to harmonize procedures and better manage these flows, but it faces certain logistical and beneficiary ownership challenges. The article pleads for an active and continuous communication with all the actors concerned to guarantee the success of these projects, in order to contribute to the peace and the development of the border communities.

This article relates the corn flour crisis that has been affecting the Greater Katanga and Greater Kasai region in the Democratic Republic of Congo for more than a month. The Congolese government has adopted various projects to respond to this situation, including emergency measures to immediately meet the supply demand and long-term structural measures to solve the problem and ensure the country’s food security. The practical arrangements for collection and support from the government to strengthen the production capacities and increase the productivity of the National Service will be defined by the provincial authorities, in collaboration with the SNCC and local producers. The Ministry of Agriculture will also be strengthened to support local research in agriculture, fisheries, and livestock. A technical committee will be set up for close monitoring and evaluation of the government measures that will be adopted in the context of this dossier.

The Congolese government has adopted six bills ratifying credits signed with international donors. These agreements make it possible to invest in projects such as agricultural autonomy, food production, urban electrification and inclusive and resilient rural development. The Democratic Republic of Congo maintains its debt ratio of 17% of GDP, confirming its position as one of the least indebted countries in the world. Collaboration with financial partners has been strengthened thanks to the commitment of the current Head of State at the head of the country.

This article discusses the external audit of the electoral register in the Democratic Republic of Congo and its importance in the credibility of the electoral process. The announcement of the search for candidates to carry out this audit has raised concerns about the transparency of the process for awarding this contract, in particular because of the informal meetings between personalities and the president of the CENI. To ensure fairness and transparency in the candidate selection process, it is crucial that the full list of candidates is made public and that all shortlisted candidates receive equal treatment. The objective is to carry out this audit under the strictest conditions of transparency, fairness and technicality to ensure the credibility of the electoral process.