Category: Politics

### Germany in charge of its safety: a crucial turning point for Europe

On March 4, 2025, Germany engaged in a major turning point with the announcement of an unprecedented military investment plan carried by the CDU and the SPD. Faced with increasing geopolitical tensions and the challenges of the moment, notably the war in Ukraine, Berlin abandoned a policy of budgetary orthodoxy to devote 100 billion euros per year to its defense. This change, which represents nearly 2.5 % of the country’s GDP, could not only redefine the role of Germany on the European scene but also encourage other nations to rethink their defensive strategies.

By integrating a significant increase in military spending with an ambitious infrastructure plan of 500 billion euros, Germany is positioned as a potential leader in the creation of a unified European defense. This new CAP raises questions about the Budgetary Budget of Länder and on transatlantic cooperation, as Europe sails through uncertain and potentially turns the key to a more cohesive and autonomous future.

** National mobilization: an urgent call to the unit in the DRC **

In a context of persistent tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Daniel Mukoko Samba, Vice-Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy, launched a powerful appeal for national solidarity. During a ceremony for the launch of asphaltage works connecting key infrastructure, he highlighted the urgency to defend territorial integrity in the face of external threats. His speech, Echo of a national identity crisis, encourages the Congolese to come together beyond political cleavages to protect their common heritage. Inspired by historical examples of resilience, Mukoko Samba evokes the need for a collective commitment, resulting in concrete actions that mobilize education, awareness and human wealth of the country. While the DRC faces multiple challenges, only a United Nation can get up and transform the crisis into an opportunity for a better future.

** Revolution in the Congolese public service: modernization and challenges on the horizon **

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, the public service is about to experience a radical transformation thanks to a mechanization of 174,000 civil servants in three years, announced by Deputy Prime Minister Jean-Pierre Lihau. This initiative promises to modernize a system often perceived as ineffective, but it must navigate through major challenges, in particular the implementation of a new salary policy by 2026.

Despite high expectations, the history of the Congolese public sector, marked by payment delays, raises doubts about the real impact of these reforms. The creation of a digital directory based on a biometric identification aims to improve transparency, but its effectiveness will depend on the management of computer systems, at a time when data security is crucial.

The DRC has a lot to learn successful reforms in other African countries, but the road to a modernized public service is strewn with pitfalls. The real measure of this ambition will reside in the government’s ability to transform promises into concrete and sustainable actions, thus offering a new breath to the Congolese administration.

### France in the face of the Ukrainian question: division rather than aion

The question of Ukraine, although central on the French political scene, seems to be to unite the various political currents of the country. Despite the emergency of the situation and the recent exchanges between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, the differences between the left and the right resonate with force in the National Assembly. Between a humanitarian approach advocated by the left and a call to strengthen the military capacities of France by the right, the gap grows.

The recent polls show a shared public opinion: 56 % of French people support Ukraine, but 40 % fear an escalation of the conflict. This ambivalence illustrates the internal fractures of a nation which must navigate between multiple priorities.

While the National Union seems out of reach, France must reflect on the way it addresses international issues while managing its own interior tensions. The war in Ukraine, more than a simple geopolitical subject, becomes a revealer of the challenges that the Republic must take up to forge a coherent future.

** Oscars 2025: Between cinematographic radiance and socio -political reflections **

The 97th Oscar ceremony, held on March 2, 2025, was much more than a simple award ceremony in Hollywood. If the event shone by his staging and his glamor, he also took an introspective turning point by resonating with the socio -political issues of the moment, in particular in the face of the rise of controversial political figures like Donald Trump. With films such as “Anora” and “Emilia Pérez”, the winners went beyond the entertainment to approach questions of resistance, identity and social criticism.

Conan O’Brien, master of ceremonies, skillfully mixed humor and criticism, recalling the often difficult realities that cinema seeks to represent. The best documentary, “No Other Land”, which deals with Palestinian refugees, caused sharp discussions on systemic inequalities, while Brazil celebrated its first Oscar with “I am still there”, symbolizing an affirmation of cultural struggles in an agitated political context.

In the end, these Oscars have not only honored the cinematographic talent, but also served as a mirror for a world in full evolution, demonstrating that art can be a powerful vector of change. The stories shared on this flamboyant scene continue to ignite the mind and the heart of the public, resonating far beyond the ceremony.

** Mannheim: a tragedy that questions urban security in Germany **

The attack on the ram car that occurred in Mannheim, who was at least one dead and several injured, raises major concerns about security in public spaces in Germany. While the suspect’s motivations remain vague, this incident recalls similar cases across Europe and highlights a disturbing trend linked to urban violence. A study reveals that many violent acts are often a reflection of individual despair rather than coordinated terrorist actions.

Faced with this reality, the authorities’ response must evolve. Although physical security is essential, community initiatives aimed at strengthening social resilience and preventing radicalization are just as essential. The growing fracture within German society, fueled by hatred and disinformation, requires an open dialogue to promote a climate of confidence.

Mannheim reminds us that violence is a complex phenomenon, requiring a multifactorial approach that goes far beyond simple security measures. By working together to build a culture of peace and solidarity, Germany can hope to reduce the recurrence of such dramas in the future.

### A storm at the Haut-Nile: the persistent challenges of South Sudan

The Haut-Nil region, in South Sudan, is again immersed in a spiral of political violence and tensions, symbols of a country still plagued by fractures of its past. Despite a peace agreement signed in 2018, the opposition between the South Sudanese army and the White Army militia, allied with Riek Machar, is a striking illustration of a power struggle that seems immutable. The recent escalations, including bombardments and ultimatums, reveal the fragility of a peaceful dialogue, where appeasement coexists with persistent distrust.

The White Army, an armed group born of the defense of the rights of the Nuer, illustrates how the identity and ethnic struggles are still relevant. New communication technologies offer these activists a platform to make their voices heard, making international intervention all the more necessary. To prevent South Sudan from falling back into the destructive cycle of violence, it becomes essential that international actors revise their diplomatic approach by promoting inclusive dialogue.

The current situation in Haut-Nile recalls that the path to peace is long and strewn with pitfalls. South Sudan deserves a defense in its quest for a future based on solidarity and reconciliation, rather than on ultimatums and confrontation.

** Sakania’s voice: a call to unity in times of crisis **

In a tense geopolitical context, the provincial deputy Christian Mpoyo launched a vibrant call for national unity during a meeting with the president of the Senate, Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. By denouncing the Rwandan aggression as a “war declared because of our wealth”, Mpoyo urged the Congolese to go beyond political and ethnic cleavages to defend their homeland. He particularly asked youth to engage alongside the armed forces, while emphasizing the need to improve their living conditions to avoid extremism. His speech highlights the importance of robust diplomacy and a long -term project to build an inclusive country, capable of resisting external threats. For the Democratic Republic of Congo, the path to unity is strewn with pitfalls, but the voice of young people may well be the engine of a necessary renewal.

** A turning point for ACGT workers’ rights: the collective agreement in action **

On February 28, in Kinshasa, the Congolese Agency for major Works (ACGT) crossed a crucial stage in the development of its professional relations by organizing an awareness session on its new collective agreement, signed in December 2022. This engaging text redefined the relationships between employers and employees in a difficult economic context, where recognition of workers’ rights becomes essential.

The president of the union delegation highlighted the benefits of this agreement, ranging from wages to paid holidays, while stressing the importance of unity among agents. According to studies, companies respecting such conventions see an improvement in labor satisfaction and a drop in turnover, essential factors for better productivity.

The Director General of ACGT, engineer Nico Nzau, promised that this agreement would guide its management of human resources, thus creating a mutual commitment between management and agents. However, challenges remain regarding the application of this convention, depending on the political will and the follow -up mechanisms.

This agreement not only represents a significant advancement for workers’ rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo, but also an inspiring model for other sectors. The expectations are high as to the capacity of ACGT to promote a more equitable and social work environment, with the hope that this example can resonate beyond its walls.

### Nairobi: When the garbage sheds light on the conflict of trust

The tumultuous recent altercation between the county of Nairobi and the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) transcends a simple financial disagreement. By pouring garbage in front of the KPLC seat, local authorities send a strong message on the deterioration of confidence between citizens and their leaders. With colossal sums at stake – $ 23 million in claims for the KPLC and 38 million fees for the municipality – this conflict illustrates a management of failing public services at a time marked by growing poverty in Kenya.

This provocative act, far from being a simple challenge, restores political protest by using it as a communication tool to denounce a system perceived as ineffective. The repercussions on the stability and governance of the country are alarming, especially since tensions similar to those observed in other countries in the region threaten to lead to violence.

In the long term, this crisis could catalyze necessary reforms, calling for better transparency and responsibility in the management of public services. In a world where symbolic gestures have a considerable impact, the crucial question remains: how to restore this fragile link between the people, its leaders and the institutions that shape their daily life?