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President Félix Tshisekedi will go to Nkamba, the holy place of the Kimbanguist Church, for a double ceremony marking the death of Simon Kimbangu and the birth of Papa Simon Kimbangu Kiangani. This visit testifies to the importance given by the president to the relationship with this influential church and will contribute to strengthening the links between the political power and the Kimbanguist Church. It is also an opportunity to celebrate Congolese history and culture, highlighting the values ​​and traditions of the country.

The modernization of the Kasumbalesa customs post marks a real turning point in the fight against customs fraud and smuggling in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Thanks to a partnership with the company TRAFIGO SARL, the General Directorate of Customs and Excise (DGDA) inaugurated a new customs building, equipped with modern infrastructure, aimed at improving the collection of State revenue and facilitating the processing of customs files. The innovative system put in place by TRAFIGO SARL made it possible to considerably increase customs revenue from the first year of implementation. This modernization also has a positive impact on the economic development of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is a major step forward in the fight against fraud and an example to follow for the southern African sub-region.

The “Act 2023 United for Democracy” project launched in Kinshasa aims to promote informed and responsible participation in the electoral process in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is supported by CEPAS, INADES and the Congolese research institute Ebuteli, with support from the European Union. The main objective is to educate the Congolese population in democratic culture and minimize the risk of electoral violence. The project emphasizes transparent and peaceful elections, as well as sustainable democracy. It aims to establish a continuous civic culture and support the Congolese nation beyond the 2023 elections. With this project, Congolese citizens will be better informed and aware of their rights and duties in the democratic process.

In this article, we explore the theme of International Mental Health Day and highlight the importance of mental health to our well-being. We address the different dimensions of mental health and highlight the need for adequate health coverage for those affected by mental health problems. In conclusion, we call for the promotion and protection of mental health as a universal right for all.

The historic visit of President Félix Tshisekedi to Nkamba, the holy site of the Kimbanguist Church, marks a turning point in relations between political power and this influential religious institution in the Democratic Republic of Congo. During this visit, the president participated in a double ceremony, commemorating both the death of the church’s founder and the birth of the current spiritual leader. This visit symbolizes the importance of the Kimbanguist Church and strengthens dialogue and cooperation between the State and this religious community. The event aroused great enthusiasm among the faithful and testifies to the president’s desire to promote religious tolerance and cultural unity in the country. This historic visit opens new perspectives for dialogue and cooperation between all religious communities in the country.

President Félix Tshisekedi paid a visit to Nkamba, the holy place of the Kimbanguist Church, marking a strong symbol of rapprochement between political power and religion in the Democratic Republic of Congo. For four hours, the president participated in a double ceremony commemorating the death of Simon Kimbangu and the birth of the current Spiritual Head of the Church. This visit is seen as a positive sign of collaboration and dialogue between the State and the different religious communities, underlining the president’s desire to promote religious freedom and tolerance in the DRC.

The Denise NYAKERU TSHISEKEDI Foundation launched the EXCELLENTIA program, which rewards academic excellence by awarding scholarships to state exam winners who obtain a minimum of 85%. During a lunch in Lubumbashi, the First Lady encouraged young students to give themselves the means to obtain the percentage required to be eligible for the scholarship. The event was also an opportunity to raise awareness among students about sickle cell anemia, the first genetic disease in the world. Screening kits will be made available to them in certain hospitals in the city. Since its creation, the program has already benefited 241 students, 82 of whom are continuing their studies abroad. The EXCELLENTIA program demonstrates the First Lady’s commitment to quality education and the fight against sickle cell disease.

In this article, we discuss the historic visit of President Félix Tshisekedi to Nkamba, the holy place of the Kimbanguist Church in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This visit, scheduled for October 12, 2023, has a double meaning since it commemorates both the death of Simon Kimbangu and the birth of Papa Simon Kimbangu Kiangani. This symbolic visit testifies to a rapprochement between political power and the Kimbanguist Church, and could open the way to closer collaboration to respond to the country’s challenges. This initiative also aims to promote unity, religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence in the DRC.

During the celebration of Youth Month in the DRC, students received donations of school supplies thanks to an initiative from the education and training promotion fund. The beneficiaries expressed their joy and gratitude, emphasizing the importance of these donations to continue their studies in good conditions. This campaign is part of free basic education in the DRC, aiming to ensure access to education for all. Supporting access to education is essential because every child deserves an equal opportunity to thrive.

The article highlights the support provided by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to Egypt during the Yom Kippur War in 1973. This historic act of solidarity is being celebrated on the 50th anniversary of the victory, with the attaché Defense of Egypt in the DRC expressing its gratitude to the DRC. The Yom Kippur War pitted Israel against an Arab military coalition led by Egypt and Syria, and the DRC’s recognition of Egypt had significant diplomatic consequences. The commemoration of this victory highlights the importance of bilateral relations between the two countries and strengthens the ties of cooperation between them. The DRC continues to play a role of support and partnership towards Egypt.