Category: Politics

Voting intentions in Lubumbashi have just been revealed by the firm Target. According to the study, only 36% of respondents know the names of the candidates for whom they will vote. Jean de Dieu Mulenda of the PPRD leads with 7% of the voting intentions, followed by Vital Nsunzu of the ACO with 5%. However, 43% of respondents do not yet know who to vote for and 21% say they have no candidate. It is interesting to note that among those who do not have a candidate, 25% are women aged 35 and over. Candidates should target women and young people, as they represent a significant portion of the undecided.

Cooperation between the DRC and South Africa is enjoying a flourishing period, as Presidents Tshisekedi and Ramaphosa highlighted during a joint press conference. Many agreements have been signed in the areas of economy, finance, mining and defence. The two countries are committed to strengthening their partnership in the mining sector and to supporting the DRC in terms of security. This cooperation promises to transform both countries, creating opportunities for economic and security development. It can also have a positive impact in the region by promoting stability and development.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for honesty in his country’s relations with NATO during his visit to Prague. He stressed the need for concrete support as Ukraine faces a Russian counter-offensive. Zelensky also stressed the importance of demonstrating the courage and strength of the alliance in the face of the Russian advance. Bulgaria and the Czech Republic have expressed their support for Ukraine in its application to join NATO. The NATO summit in Vilnius will be a crucial step to discuss Ukraine’s security and its invitation to join the alliance. Zelensky’s request for honesty underlines the crucial importance of NATO in the current situation in Eastern Europe.

President Félix Tshisekedi is committed to ensuring peace and security in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Although he has not physically settled in Goma as promised, he is using technology to monitor the situation and make the necessary decisions. This approach has sparked debate, with some fearing a distancing of the president from the local population. However, the use of technology allows Tshisekedi to have an overview of the country and to coordinate the actions required. Its commitment to peace and security remains intact, fighting against armed groups and promoting development and dialogue.

The provincial deputy Celse Muhindo Magezi raises serious security problems in the territory of Beni. Despite the support of the Ugandan army, our army faces obstacles such as logistical problems and a reduced number of personnel. This situation leads to massacres and acts of violence against the population. The MP also deplores the negligence of certain military leaders and discussed these problems with the head of the joint operation. It proposes an inclusive dialogue between security forces, NGOs and the population, as well as an extension of operations in remote areas. He underlines the impact of this situation on the development of the region and calls for urgent mobilization to remedy it.

In a village in the DRC, a terrorist attack attributed to Ugandan rebels caused the death of three civilians and the kidnapping of another. The local population lives in constant fear and calls for the installation of a military position to reinforce security. This attack raises questions about the security situation in the DRC and calls for urgent action by the authorities to protect civilians and eradicate this threat. The international community must support these efforts and provide humanitarian assistance to the affected populations. In the meantime, local communities remain determined to rebuild their lives despite the continuing threat. It is crucial to strengthen security in the region and to guarantee the right of civilians to live in peace and security.

CENCO, represented by Bishop Marcel Utembi Tapa, appeals to the Congolese population for an objective and discerning choice during the next elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The President stresses the importance of favoring the competence and moral probity of future leaders, while warning against opportunistic, tribalistic and nepotistic behavior. CENCO thus promotes a healthy and transparent democracy, where citizens are responsible for choosing competent and honest representatives. The upcoming elections provide an opportunity to renew trust in leaders and punish those who have mismanaged the country.

The dismissal of Godé Mpoyi, president of the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly, marks a major political upheaval in the Congolese capital. With 34 provincial deputies voting in his favour, accusations against Mpoyi include abuse of power and mismanagement. This tense situation between Mpoyi and the governor of Kinshasa, Gentiny Ngobila, could have significant repercussions on political stability and will require measures to ensure the proper functioning of institutions. This dismissal could also influence the next elections and the Congolese political landscape as a whole.

Delly Sesanga, candidate for the presidential election in December, continues his “Refoundation of the Congo” tour and strongly criticizes the management of the country. He is worried about the misuse of the budget allocated to defense and denounces the recruitment of mercenaries to the detriment of the improvement of the conditions of the police and the army. He calls on voters to punish the regime in place by voting massively and to remain vigilant to avoid any electoral fraud. Delly Sesanga demands the recomposition of the CENI and the Constitutional Court and urges young people to resist and be vigilant during the ballot. His campaign aims to protect and strengthen the Congo, inspiring citizens to mobilize for real change.