The report by Deputy Prime Minister of the Interior, Security and Customary Affairs Peter Kazadi, presented during the Council of Ministers on May 5, shows clashes between the Mbole and Lengola communities in the province of Tshopo, with losses in lives, injuries and displaced persons in the city of Kisangani. Political leaders are called upon to educate their activists so that political parties do not become spaces for baseless confrontations. The situation remains worrying in the DRC.

South Kivu in the DRC suffered severe flooding which engulfed the villages of Bushushu and Nyamukubi. More than 400 people have lost their lives and prominent figures across the country have issued a call to action, calling for a dignified funeral and burial. Local authorities work with the population to improve road accessibility and sustainable development to prevent and manage the risks of natural disasters. Volunteer relief workers have been mobilized and SADC is sending forces to restore peace in eastern DRC. Faced with these challenges, the DRC must act quickly to meet the needs of its populations.

Sud-Kivu was hit by deadly floods that left more than 400 dead and several thousand missing. Local authorities and humanitarian organizations are hard at work providing disaster relief and preventing further disasters. A public risk prevention and management policy must be put in place and citizen mobilization is also important to fight against the consequences of natural disasters. Solidarity and mutual aid from all are essential to support the South Kivu region.

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) announced at a summit in Windhoek, Namibia, that it will send forces to restore peace and security in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). ) in collaboration with the forces already present on the spot of the East African Community (EAC). As the humanitarian situation has deteriorated due to the resurgence of M23 and other armed groups, this SADC decision represents a step forward in harmonizing actions to establish peace and security in the region.

The Honorary Minister of Hydrocarbons Rubens Mikendo launched the “Nduma kasha” project, in the Walikale region in the province of North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), in order to supply approximately 250 households and also the main axes electricity roads. The project is the result of a collaboration between Go-Shop, Anser and a Congolese partner. Installation costs will be modulated according to household income, and local labor will be recruited. As the DRC is faced with the impossibility of importing electromechanical generators due to trade embargoes due to pollution and the excessive emission of greenhouse gases, renewable energy projects, i.e. similar to this, are increasingly favored to improve access to electricity.

HC Lupopo won a landslide victory against HC Imara Patro in the first leg of the EUHBLU 2022-2023 edition, with a final score of 53-35. The experienced team of HC Lupopo dominated their opponent in all areas. Both teams’ coaches gave their impressions of the game, with Imara’s coach Patro blaming the loss on his side’s youth and refereeing. This match is one of many exciting games at this year’s EUBHLU, with many competitive teams taking part. The next edition promises even more entertainment for Congolese handball fans.

The Mayor of Bagira, Patience Bengehya Wa Ngabo, met with residents of Mulambula and Cikera neighborhoods to discuss the road diversion in the Bwindi concession. The inhabitants of Mulambula are ready to give part of their plot to draw a road allowing the development of their entity. The provincial minister of town planning and housing invited the representatives of the communities and the mayor to his office to find a solution to this situation. This meeting demonstrates the cooperation and constructive dialogue between local authorities and local populations for a more prosperous and fairer future for all.

This article deals with the national examination for the end of professional studies (ENFEP) which is currently taking place in the province of Ituri. This year, 202 self-taught candidates participated in the preliminary of this examination to obtain a national title attesting to their skills, while the final test will begin next June. Ituri province achieved a 100% pass rate in the second edition of the exam last year. The blog also features articles on other relevant topics in the Democratic Republic of Congo, such as natural disasters, basic infrastructure and education issues.

The Red Cross carries out humanitarian actions in the Democratic Republic of Congo, in particular by fighting against malnutrition and humanitarian disasters. Despite the difficulties, companies and NGOs are working together to improve the daily lives of local populations. Citizen mobilization is also set up for sustainable development actions.