The world of Congolese showbiz mourns the death of Samy Mikobi, nicknamed “the Strategist”, who died on Thursday, May 11. A well-known personality in the industry, Samy Mikobi had a natural interpersonal skills and had developed a rich network of relationships, thus helping to consolidate his reputation in the world of showbiz. He was also known for his loyalty in friendship and had notably worked with Papa Wemba. His ability to bring people together and help them was remarkable, making him a generous man and a loss to the Congolese showbiz world.

This article sheds light on the SACIM affair which made Congolese headlines. Analysts have discovered the role of current President Felix Tshisekedi’s patriotism in the fight against the crooked and selfish Congolese who have plunged the country into misery. The former governor of Kasaï-Oriental, Ngoyi Kasanji, is accused of letting Congo lose all its money in the Sino-Congolese partnership SACIM, for the interests of the Kabila family. The new government created Tenders to give everyone an equal opportunity to invest in the company. Ngoyi Kasanji opposes this decision, raising the question of whether he is campaigning for his own interests or simply demanding his share of the profits. In sum, the history of SACIM reveals a dark side of Congo’s mining policy.

This article pays tribute to Samy Mikobi, nicknamed The Strategist, who died on May 11, and who was able to create a network of influential and useful relations. Having started his professional career at ACEC, he then worked at Socodam, a structure whose center of interest is customs, where he had always worked. He was the friend of Papa Wemba and Samy Badibanga. His fidelity in friendship was natural. This loss of Samy Mikobi is a loss for the world of art and entertainment, but also for all the people who knew and appreciated him.

The 49th General Meeting of the Global Fund Board was held in Vietnam from May 8-11, 2023. Board members from around the world discussed development strategies, governance oversight, financial resource commitment and fund management. risks. The African delegation, led by Dr. Jean-Jacques Mbungani Mbanda, made a plea for the involvement of local governments and regional and continental structures in the fight against diseases such as tuberculosis, HIV and malaria. Africa has two seats on the Board of the Global Fund.

This article mentions that the Democratic Republic of Congo is suffering from a shortage of maize in the Katanga and Kasaï areas, which prompted national deputy Jean-Jacques Mpanga to call on the Minister of Agriculture to find out more about the measures taken. to remedy. The MP criticizes the priority given to corn import agreements, suggesting that the country has enormous agricultural potential which should be exploited to promote the country’s economic development and ensure food security for the population.

National deputy Jean-Jacques Mpanga wa Lukalaba sent a letter to the President of the National Assembly to question the Minister of Agriculture on the shortage of maize in the Katanga and Kasaï areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He asks what measures have been taken and what about their level of execution. The deputy also wishes to obtain statistics on the needs for production and consumption of maize in the region. The low national production of maize is the main cause of the shortage and the deputy recalls that agriculture must be promoted to ensure the food self-sufficiency of the population.

The Minister of Interior and Security has suspended plenary activities at the Provincial Assembly of Tanganyika until further notice, to prevent slippages and threats to social peace. This decision comes shortly after the dismissal of Governor Julie Ngungwa by provincial deputies. The suspension is certainly a necessary measure to avoid violence and demonstrations. The resolution of the conflict is therefore strongly desired so that the Provincial Assembly of Tanganyika can resume its normal activities.

Pope Francis has appointed Monsignor Léonard Ndjadi Ndjate as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Kisangani in the DRC. This appointment is proof of the Pope’s confidence in Bishop Léonard Ndjadi, who previously served as Provincial Superior of the Congregation of Comboni Missionaries. The National Episcopal Conference of Congo has confirmed this appointment, demonstrating the importance of this new role in the development of the Church in the DRC. Despite the challenges faced, this appointment is further proof that the faith continues to thrive in the country.

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