Category: Governance

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has announced that the death penalty will be enforced for those convicted of participating in the failed coup attempt on Sunday, May 19, in Kinshasa. The attackers, dressed in military uniforms and armed, aimed to overthrow President Félix Tshisekedi. “This attempt involved foreigners and Congolese,” stated Congolese army spokesperson General Sylvain Ekenge. The acts committed by the insurgents are classified as high treason, espionage, and participation in an insurrectional movement. In response, the Congolese authorities, through a circular dated March 13, 2024, have decided… Read More Here

A series of measures are expected to guarantee the proper functioning of subcontracting within the Eurasian Resources Group or Group (ERG).The announcement was made by the Director General of the Private Sector Subcontracting Authority ARSP), Miguel Kashal, after a working session with the CEO of the Eurasian Resources Group ERG. The announcement was made by the Director General of the Private Sector Subcontracting Authority ARSP), Miguel Kashal, after a working session with the CEO of the Eurasian Resources Group ERG. Indeed, these discussions were fruitful in having made it possible… Read More Here

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) military announced on Sunday that it had thwarted a violent coup attempt. This follows an armed attack on the residence of Economy Minister Vital Kamerhe, resulting in three fatalities. “An attempted coup d’état has been stopped by the defense and security forces,” stated army spokesman General Sylvain Ekenge in a televised message. He added that the attempt involved both foreign and Congolese individuals, including their leader, who have been “put out of action.” However, Ekenge did not clarify if this meant they were killed… Read More Here

The Minister of Entrepreneurship and SMEs, Désiré N’zinga, recently convened a productive session with Miguel Kashal Katemb, Director General of the Regulatory Authority for Subcontracting in the Private Sector (ARSP), and Robert Malumba Kalombo, the national president of the Federation of Congolese Enterprises (FEC). The meeting aimed to address divergences between the two entities concerning subcontractor recommendations for contracts within various sectors. Following the discussions, FEC’s president confirmed that the parties had reached consensus on the key issues that previously divided them. “There were discrepancies between our structures, the ARSP… Read More Here

President Tshisekedi engaged in discussions on Saturday with a delegation comprising traditional chiefs, religious leaders, and economic stakeholders from the Nande community, hailing from the province of North Kivu. The meeting, held at the African Union City, focused on the security situation in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly addressing concerns such as the recent bombing of the Mugunga camp for displaced people in Goma and the socio-humanitarian challenges surrounding compensating the victims. Bishop Mohindo Isesomo, representing the Anglican Diocese of North Kivu, highlighted the… Read More Here

In a press conference held on Friday, May 3, 2024, at Claver Hall in the Gombe commune, members of the civil society platform “Congo is not for sale” (CNPAV) urged Prime Minister Judith Suminwa to make the fight against corruption a top priority in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Jean-Claude Mputu, spokesperson for CNPAV, and Jimmy Kande, a member of the organization, highlighted the pervasive nature of corruption in the country’s political and institutional life. They called upon the future government and the judicial system to prioritize this fight, following… Read More Here

The issue of governance, corruption, and misuse of public funds in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) extends beyond its borders, affecting Congolese communities abroad. In response to inquiries from the Congolese community in Belgium on May 3, 2024, President Félix Tshisekedi addressed measures implemented to tackle these challenges and foster development in the DRC. Acknowledging the longstanding nature of this issue, President Tshisekedi emphasized that his administration has prioritized addressing corruption. He highlighted efforts to track financial wrongdoings through the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF), signaling a shift towards… Read More Here

President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) met with an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation led by Calixte Ahokpossi on Wednesday, May 8, at the African Union City. This meeting marked the closure of the sixth review of the DRC’s economic and financial program. Ahokpossi announced that the DRC authorities and the IMF team had reached a staff-level agreement for concluding the sixth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, pending validation by IMF management. He expressed satisfaction with the progress made by the government, indicating… Read More Here

China and Russia continue to gain prominence over the West in Africa, a trend that has been accentuated in recent times. The President of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Felix Tshisekedi, recently shared his perspective on why Eastern influence is surpassing Western influence in the continent, particularly in the DRC, citing the conduct of the parties involved. According to a report by the Russian newspaper Sputnik, President Tshisekedi highlighted the ease of doing business with Russia and China compared to the West. He emphasized that Russia and China engage… Read More Here

Following their meeting at the Élysée Palace, Presidents Emmanuel Macron and Félix Tshisekedi held a joint press briefing, focusing on bilateral cooperation and security concerns in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). President Macron affirmed France’s unwavering commitment to the DRC’s integrity, condemning aggression and urging Rwanda to halt support for the M23 rebel group. He emphasized France’s support for strengthening the DRC’s sovereignty and echoed the need for de-escalation, backing the Luanda Process. President Tshisekedi expressed optimism, highlighting France’s crucial role in seeking peace. He appreciated France’s increased dedication… Read More Here