Category: Politics

The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing for its 4th electoral cycle in December. President Félix Tshisekedi stresses the importance of rationalizing government actions for the second half of the year, emphasizing actions having a real impact on the population. Each minister must produce a realistic roadmap for this period. The Prime Minister must also present a consolidated roadmap taking into account the cash flow plan. Since the formation of the new government coalition, led by Prime Minister Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, the president has made the fight against corruption and the improvement of the living conditions of the population priorities. The Congolese people are now waiting to see the results of this rationalization of government actions. The second half of the year promises to be decisive for the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Last week in the DRC was marked by many current events, ranging from the visit of South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to the dismissal of the President of the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly. Ramaphosa’s visit sparked debates over negotiations to resolve the conflict in the east of the country, while promising economic deals were struck with South Africa. The European Union’s call for an inclusive dialogue and the verdict of the kidnapping trial in Kinshasa were also highlights of the week. The country faces many challenges, but also opportunities, and how these events unfold remains to be seen in the coming weeks.

President Félix Tshisekedi is actively involved in peace initiatives in eastern DRC. Despite the continuing challenges, he remains optimistic about the efforts being made by the sub-region to reach a peaceful solution. He stresses that his criticism of peacekeeping forces should not be confused with his support for peace initiatives. It recognizes the delays in the demobilization, disarmament and reintegration process and highlights the importance of dialogue and trust in finding lasting solutions. President Tshisekedi is a fervent defender of peace in eastern DRC and the commitment of all actors is crucial to creating an environment conducive to stability and development.

In this article, we discuss Felix Tshisekedi’s decision not to move to Goma, in eastern DRC, to focus on the region’s security challenges. Initially, this decision was seen as a strong sign of his commitment to the people of the East. However, recently the President explained that he can monitor the situation remotely through technology, which has sparked reactions and reignited the debate on the persistent security challenges in this troubled region of the DRC. Some see the move as a lack of commitment, while others hail the use of technology as proof of adaptability and effectiveness. Either way, it is essential that the government actively focuses on the security issues of the East to ensure the peace and security that the people long for.

The Trade Union Confederation of Congo (CSC) wins the trade union elections at the National Social Security Fund (CNSS) with 198 votes, thus obtaining 3 seats within the administration of the CNSS. This victory allows the CSC to represent workers and defend their interests. The elected trade union organizations will be responsible for advocating for the benefits and interests of CNSS staff. The victory of the CSC testifies to the confidence granted to this organization to defend the interests of the workers and to promote a better quality of life within the company.

In an official statement, the European Union (EU) expresses its support for the recommendations made by the report of the United Nations group of experts on the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The EU strongly condemns the violence and atrocities committed with complete impunity against civilians in the DRC, in particular by armed groups. It calls for all those responsible for human rights violations to be brought to justice. The EU remains committed to the DRC and actively supports efforts for stability and security in the country.

The appointment of Gisèle Ndaya Luseba as head of the National Fund for Solidarity and Management of Humanitarian Disasters in the DRC marks a major turning point in the coordination of the humanitarian response. With her solid experience in politics and management, she is ready to take up the challenges of this new responsibility. This appointment also demonstrates the DRC’s commitment to gender equality and the promotion of women in key positions. Her presence at the head of this institution strengthens the presence of women in decision-making and highlights their expertise in the humanitarian field. A promising step towards better coordination of disaster response in the DRC.

This article extract highlights the efforts of the European Union to support the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in its transition towards competitive, peaceful, inclusive and transparent elections in December 2023. The EU encourages all stakeholders to work together to ensure fully inclusive, free, transparent and peaceful elections. The article also stresses the importance of freedom of expression and the media, and condemns any excessive use of force or arbitrary detentions. The EU also calls on political actors to condemn hate speech and xenophobia. The EU supports democratization in the DRC and aims to promote stability in the country.