The CENCO-ECC Electoral Observation Mission (EOM) has expressed concerns about the Notice of Call for Candidates for the External Audit Mission of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s 2022-2023 electoral register by the CENI. According to the EOM CENCO-ECC, certain provisions of the Notice contain contradictions and the six-day period allocated for the audit is insufficient. If the audit continues according to the Opinion, it could create a crisis of confidence in the electoral process and provoke challenges to the results of the expected elections. The MOE CENCO-ECC recommends that an experienced independent body be identified to carry out the audit as soon as possible.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) signed an economic partnership with Botswana at the Gaberone Economic Forum. The partnership, signed between the Botswana Investment and Trade Center and the National Agency for the Promotion of Investments of the DRC (ANAPI), will mutually promote investments between the two countries and encourage Botswana economic operators to come and invest in the DRC as well as to collaborate with Congolese entrepreneurs. The DRC is committed to intra-African partnerships and is moving towards sectors with high growth potential such as mining, hydrocarbons, and agriculture, while emphasizing the importance of the private sector and the business climate. favorable business to stimulate economic growth and create jobs to improve the standard of living of the populations.
The DRC in full economic stability: a budget surplus of 18.28 million US dollars announced for 2023.
The DRC is experiencing economic stability despite a fall in the Congolese franc at the start of 2023. The government is recording a budget surplus in foreign currency and has transferred funds to the provinces as well as forged trade links with Botswana. Nevertheless, the continuing humanitarian crisis and political tensions are points to watch. Articles on various topics are available on the Fatshimetry.org blog.
The governor of the province of South Kivu and his wife have decided to become a foster family for two infants rescued from the waters of the lake after a week of distress. South Kivu was affected by heavy downpours last week, which killed more than 430 people and injured several others. This decision reinforces the solidarity and humanity that often emerges when communities are affected by natural disasters.
The Congolese government has transferred $372.6 million to the country’s 26 provinces to meet the immediate needs of local populations. President Félix Tshisekedi has made improving living conditions in the provinces one of the major focuses of his mandate, despite difficulties such as growing insecurity in certain regions such as North Kivu. Actions are being taken to improve the situation, such as restructuring the diamond-image sector or boosting trade relations between the DRC and Botswana.
In two months, the 9th edition of the Francophone Games will be held in Kinshasa. The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Francophonie, Christophe Lutundula, has just appointed the members of the departments and commissions. Some are reappointed while others are newcomers. But this reorganization raises the concerns of sources close to the file because of the lack of experience of the new appointed members. The Jeux de la Francophonie aim to promote the artistic and sporting talents of young French-speaking people from all over the world.
The NGO IPAS has closed a sexual health and family planning campaign for displaced women in the Lac Vert district, Buhimba health area, west of the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The initiative aims to ensure quality health care and contraceptives to vulnerable women, including those who are victims of sexual violence. Displaced women also received dignity kits and reproductive health care through a mobile clinic. This initiative aims at more empowerment and better living conditions for displaced women.
The French Court of Cassation has confirmed the universal jurisdiction of French justice to try foreign perpetrators of crimes against humanity and war crimes committed against foreign nationals outside French territory. This is a victory for the French magistrates, but was criticized by the lawyers of the two arrested Syrians and considered a political decision. Nevertheless, this decision could help fight against impunity for perpetrators of serious crimes committed abroad and strengthen France’s policy in the area of international justice.
The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Felix Tshisekedi, visited the Jwaneng surface mine in Botswana to learn about diamond production and marketing. The Botswana model, which allows this country to be the world’s leading diamond producer, has won over the Congolese president, who wishes to duplicate it in the DRC. This visit is part of a major reorganization of the diamond industry in the DRC, with a view to reviving the country’s economy.
The dismissal of the governor of Tanganyika province continues to inflame tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, prompting the suspension of the plenary sessions of the Provincial Assembly until further notice. The charges against her concern financial embezzlement, lack of transparency in management, and over-the-counter public procurement. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis and the security situation continue to heighten concerns. However, President Tshisekedi continues to encourage trade with Botswana to encourage regional economic cooperation.