The situation of infrastructure in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is marked by significant challenges that have repercussions on the country’s socio-economic development. The African Development Bank (BAD) is committed to intervene in this area by launching several projects aimed at rehabilitating and improving infrastructure, especially in key regions such as Kasai. This initiative raises important questions about improving connectivity, access to essential services, and the long -term impact of these projects on the life of communities. Although notable advances are noted, they are to be qualified by persistent obstacles linked to security, governance, as well as the need for active participation of the populations concerned. In this context, it is relevant to wonder how the success of these initiatives can truly transform the infrastructure landscape of the DRC and meet the expectations of its population.
In Uganda, the urgent need for housing in the face of a deficit that could reach 3 million units by 2030 raises questions about traditional construction methods and their impacts. In this context, the company Earth Enable offers an alternative with terracotta flooring, operating local resources to offer an economical and sustainable solution. This leads to reflecting on the interaction between the living environment, public health and environmental concerns. Although this initiative promises significant advantages for homes, it also raises questions about its sustainability and its larger adoption. How can this approach transform the construction sector into Uganda while taking into account the challenges to be met? This is a central question that this evolution invites you to explore.
The state examination to be held on June 2 in the Democratic Republic of Congo mobilizes more than a million candidates, almost half of whom are girls, thus revealing the educational and social issues that cross the country. Under the shadow of logistics and security challenges, especially in areas affected by conflicts, this evaluation is not limited to a simple academic formality. It represents a crucial transition to future prospects for young Congolese. While the integrity of the examination is put forward, deeper problems such as the inequality of access to education and cheating due to societal pressures are essential in the debate. In this context, girls’ participation could mark a turning point in recognizing their right to education. The exercise of this examination, and its implications, raises vital issues concerning the quality of education and collective engagement in favor of a more equitable education.
The case of Nawal Al-Degwy highlights the often delicate issues linked to family heritage, a theme that crosses cultures and generations. Through the analysis of the will of Mona Al-Degwy and the declarations of its legal representative, Mohamed Shehata, a complex reality is emerging where legal considerations, family dynamics and deep emotions. This context raises questions on the management of heritage, inheritance planning, and the importance of promoting dialogue within families in the face of succession often responsible for history. The search for a fair and fair balance in the distribution of goods, while respecting individual desires and ensuring family harmony, thus becomes a real challenge. This situation invites you to reflect on how families can navigate in tensions and expectations related to inheritance, while taking into account the human values that result from it.
As International Day of Sex Workers approached, it seems essential to explore the complex challenges and often invisible to which this profession is confronted. Between violence, stigma and an often unfavorable legislative framework, sex workers sail in a reality where their security and dignity are frequently undermined. This situation raises crucial questions about human rights, the role of public policies and the need for increased listening to the voices of the workers themselves. By examining these issues, we are faced with important reflections on the way society perceives and supports these individuals, while questioning the mechanisms that ensure protection or, on the contrary, exacerbate their vulnerability.
Urban security in Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, is at the heart of the concerns of local authorities, especially in the face of the rise in delinquency. In this complex context, marked by rapid demographic growth and various socio-economic challenges, the designation of a new provincial police commissioner on June 1, 2025 raises questions on the means to be implemented to strengthen security while answering the needs of citizens. Between the fight against phenomena such as the “Kuluna”, bands of young people involved in crime, and the need to adopt a more community and preventive approach, the issues are multiple and invite reflection. The proposed strategies include not only repressive measures, but also environmental and urban planning initiatives, which opens up a debate on how to approach the deep causes of insecurity.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is at a critical turning point, while the suspension of American aid via USAID highlights the growing tensions between the need for humanitarian support and current geopolitical realities. The deterioration of the security situation in the east of the country, exacerbated by internal conflicts and regional tensions, poses complex challenges at international engagement. This context, underlined by the recent visit of European parliamentarians in Kinshasa, opens the way to an in -depth reflection on the means of ensuring effective and sustainable humanitarian aid, while taking into account the basic needs of Congolese populations. An analysis of the challenges present, expectations for the international community and future prospects is essential to understand the dynamics at stake.
On June 2, 2025, the province of Kwilu 1 in the Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing to host the out-of-the-sided tests of the state examination, an event that could play a decisive role in the educational future of students in the region. With an increasing number of candidates, including a notable representation of girls, this edition of the examination seems to bear witness to a positive dynamic in terms of access to education. However, the challenges remain, especially for displaced students due to local conflicts. In this context, a reflection on the learning conditions and equal conditions of access to quality education, crucial issues which question the entire Congolese education system. The desire displayed by the local authorities to maintain a rigorous and transparent examination framework is to be welcomed, but it also raises the question of the sustainability of the efforts to be made to build a more inclusive educational future.
The interaction between militant and political action in a complex geopolitical context arouses deep reflections. Recently, a symbolic action of Greenpeace, consisting in theft of the wax statue of Emmanuel Macron to deposit it before the Russian Embassy in Paris, highlighted the persistent economic ties between France and Russia in an international climate marked by increasing tensions. This act raises questions about the protest methods used by social movements and their ability to generate a constructive dialogue around crucial issues such as war in Ukraine. Beyond the immediate impact of this action, the question arises of the legitimacy of means of expression in a world where ethics and responsibility are often at stake. This situation invites you to explore the challenges of communication and citizen engagement in the face of contemporary challenges.
Since the beginning of 2025, the island of Mayotte has faced an epidemic of Chikungunya, revealing the complexity of the health and social issues that affect this region. With more than 560 cases reported, the recognition of the epidemic in phase 3 of the ORSEC Arboviroses plane highlights a health system already weakened by previous crises, such as that of cholera. Faced with this situation, the Ministry of Health has decided to adopt a vaccination campaign mainly targeting vulnerable adults, while stressing the importance of improving access to care on the island. But behind these figures, a difficult socio-economic context hides, where poverty and limited infrastructure exacerbate the health challenges. This situation raises crucial questions about the resilience of health policies, the need for an integrated approach and lasting solutions to meet the needs of the Mahoran population. This is a timely moment to think about the lessons to be learned and the means of strengthening collective well-being in the face of future crises.