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Dowry in the DRC: $500 fixed by law, but is it enough? Opinions differ.

This article deals with the law proposal put forward by a Congolese deputy consisting in fixing the sum of $500 for the dowry. The author gives different points of view on this question by interviewing Congolese women. Some consider that setting the sum at $500 would be inappropriate because it does not represent their value and propose an amount of at least $1,500 for the dowry. Others believe that the dowry should not only be a question of money, but rather a list of possessions accompanied by a sum of money to open a dialogue between the two families. Finally, the comments gathered underline the importance of openly discussing the question of the dowry to avoid situations of stress on the expenses related to the reception and the customary wedding.

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“Electoral mediation mission of religious denominations stably convinced by the identification and enrollment of voters in the DRC”

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The electoral mediation mission of religious denominations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has praised the work of the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) in identifying and registering voters in just four months. The mission also encouraged the CENI to continue its work in complete independence, guaranteed by the constitution of the Republic, and welcomed the decision of the CENI for an external audit of the electoral register in order to ensure the transparency of the operation of the revision of the electoral register.

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Mobilization of security forces to stabilize the situation in the DRC in the face of complex challenges

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The Democratic Republic of Congo faces complex challenges, including intercommunal violence and a humanitarian crisis. The government has announced security operations to restore order and peace in several regions. The President traveled to Botswana to examine business models and encourage investment. Sensitive issues continue to divide the country, such as the question of dowry and polygamy, as well as the audit of the electoral register. The DRC must provide effective political and economic responses to improve the living conditions of its citizens.

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The unprecedented humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC: thousands of displaced families suffer from cholera and measles

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The humanitarian crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo is getting worse every day, causing thousands of families to flee and seek refuge in overcrowded camps like Bulengo. Living conditions are precarious and diseases like cholera and measles spread easily due to the lack of sanitation infrastructure. Humanitarian organizations, such as MSF, are trying to respond to this emergency by providing medical care to the displaced.

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“The sensitive issue of dowry and polygamy divides the DRC: debate on a controversial bill”

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The proposed law revising the family code in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sparked heated debate, particularly around the question of the dowry. The text proposes to set the sum at 500 dollars, but some believe that the discussion around the dowry remains symbolic and should be discussed between the two families. Others believe that the revision is essential to safeguard national values. The controversy recalls the importance of customs and traditions in Congolese culture, but a balanced solution will be necessary to find a consensus around this complex question.

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“The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo and his Botswana counterpart sign an economic partnership to promote investment and job creation”

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President Felix Tshisekedi and his counterpart from Botswana signed a partnership during an economic forum aimed at promoting investment and improving the living conditions of the population. The Congolese government has created a legal framework to guarantee the security of investments in key sectors such as subsistence agriculture and agro-industry. The collaboration between the companies of the two countries should be strengthened during an upcoming economic mission organized by ANAPI.

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“President Félix Tshisekedi visits Botswana to examine the model of economic success based on diamond mining”

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The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Felix Tshisekedi, paid an official visit to Botswana to study the country’s economic success and its management model of the Jwaneng mine, the symbol of the diamond industry. The Congolese president is impressed by this success and aspires to duplicate this model in the DRC to reverse the curse of natural resources. This visit was also an opportunity to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the DRC and Botswana in the production of batteries and electric vehicles to propel Africa into the energy transition. However, the DRC continues to face many challenges, such as the violence in eastern Congo and the Vitshumbi disaster, requiring strong partnerships to find viable solutions for the well-being of the Congolese population and to ensure a prosperous economic future.

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“Audit of the electoral register in the DRC: The opposition recommends national expertise”

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The question of the audit of the electoral register in the DRC is a subject of controversy. The OIF cannot guarantee the external audit of the electoral register for the DRC, because the CENI has not offered sufficient time for its support. The opposition recommends that the CENI use national expertise to audit the electoral register, noting the sovereignist nature of the election. It is the interest of the Congolese nation that must take precedence to guarantee a free, transparent and credible electoral process.

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“The Democratic Republic of Congo and Botswana are joining forces in the battery and electric vehicle production industry to propel Africa into the energy transition”

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The Democratic Republic of Congo and Botswana are joining forces to create a regional value chain in the battery and electric vehicle industry. By exploiting their strategic natural resources, the two countries could play a key role in the energy transition and allow Africa to benefit from its abundant resources. The DRC has signed a framework agreement for the creation of a special economic zone dedicated to the production of batteries and electric vehicles in several countries of the region. This project was launched during the DRC-Africa Business Forum in October 2021.

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MMG Kinsevere SARL invites tenders for the construction of a new EW hangar in the DRC

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MMG Kinsevere SARL is launching a call for tenders for the construction of a new EW hangar in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Interested companies must submit their application before May 19, 2023. In addition, the DRC faces significant political, social, security and economic issues. The humanitarian crisis in the east of the country is also worrying, as well as communal violence. Plantations et Huileries du Congo contributes to the diversification of the economy in the region. To learn more, read the articles published on our blog.