DRC allocates another $40 million to the Kananga–Kalamba-Mbuji road, where 35 km is reported paved, strengthening Kasaï Central's route toward Angola. The Congolese government has announced an additional $40 million to keep construction moving on the strategic Kananga-Kalamba-Mbuji road, a route designed to improve Kasai Central's access to Angola and the Lobito Corridor. KANANGA - September 21, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of the Congo has allocated an additional $40 million for the modernization of the Kananga-Kalamba-Mbuji road as the government seeks to maintain construction momentum on one of Kasai Central's most important regional transport links. The announcement followed an inspection by Infrastructure and Public Works Minister John Banza Lunda in the Kasai region on Sunday, September 20. According to DosEco , the additional financing is intended to prevent an interruption of works and support continued modernization of the route. Zoom Eco also reported the $40 million allocation, saying it is intended to ensure continuity of construction. 35 kilometres reported paved The latest government figures cited by both outlets say 35 kilometres have already been paved on the Kalamba-Mbuji road. During his inspection, Banza Lunda visited Bakua Tshikota, in the Bakua Ntumba grouping, Musuasua sector of Kazumba territory, to assess construction progress and requirements for continuing the project. The wider road project stretches roughly 230 kilometres toward Kalamba-Mbuji near the Angolan border. The route is considered strategically important because it is expected to give Kasai Central a more efficient connection toward Angola and the Lobito Corridor, improving regional movement and trade. The latest reports do not specify when the additional $40 million will be disbursed or provide a final completion date for the entire road. Continue Reading Full Article DEVELOPMENT DRC Adds $40 Million for Strategic Kananga–Kalamba-Mbuji Road By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Sep 21, 2026 Sep 21, 2026 5 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The Congolese government has announced an additional $40 million to keep construction moving on the strategic Kananga-Kalamba-Mbuji road, a route designed to improve Kasai Central's access to Angola and the Lobito Corridor. KANANGA - September 21, 2026 - The Democratic Republic of the Congo has allocated an additional $40 million for the modernization of the Kananga-Kalamba-Mbuji road as the government seeks to maintain construction momentum on one of Kasai Central's most important regional transport links. The announcement followed an inspection by Infrastructure and Public Works Minister John Banza Lunda in the Kasai region on Sunday, September 20. According to DosEco , the additional financing is intended to prevent an interruption of works and support continued modernization of the route. Zoom Eco also reported the $40 million allocation, saying it is intended to ensure continuity of construction. 35 kilometres reported paved The latest government figures cited by both outlets say 35 kilometres have already been paved on the Kalamba-Mbuji road. During his inspection, Banza Lunda visited Bakua Tshikota, in the Bakua Ntumba grouping, Musuasua sector of Kazumba territory, to assess construction progress and requirements for continuing the project. The wider road project stretches roughly 230 kilometres toward Kalamba-Mbuji near the Angolan border. ADVERTISEMENT The route is considered strategically important because it is expected to give Kasai Central a more efficient connection toward Angola and the Lobito Corridor, improving regional movement and trade. The latest reports do not specify when the additional $40 million will be disbursed or provide a final completion date for the entire road. A route toward Angola and the Lobito Corridor The Kananga-Kalamba-Mbuji road is part of efforts to reduce the isolation of Kasai Central and improve its connections with regional commercial networks. Once completed and supported by functioning cross-border and connecting infrastructure, the road could make it easier to move people, agricultural products, imported goods and other merchandise between central DRC and Angola. Its connection toward Angola also gives the project wider importance because of the Lobito Corridor, the transport network linking the Atlantic port of Lobito with inland markets and production areas. DosEco notes that the project's eventual economic impact will depend not only on completing the road but also on sustained financing, maintenance and the quality of connecting road and logistics infrastructure on both sides of the border. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 . Infrastructure DRC: Three Universities Modernized Under Félix Tshisekedi . Infrastructure Grand Inga Moves Forward as RDC-US Committee Meets in Paris . Infrastructure Congolese engineers head to France to prepare Grand Inga workforce . Infrastructure DRC Signs $877m MetroKin Airport Rail Agreement . Kaluebo bridge reopens to traffic The ministerial inspection also covered progress on the Tshikapa-Kananga road. According to Zoom Eco's September 21 construction update , 22 kilometres of the first section between the Kaluebo bridge and Mbulungu have been fully asphalted. Another 30 kilometres are undergoing drainage and roadbed preparation, while 13 kilometres are awaiting the start of earthworks. The tour also included the Kaluebo bridge, near the boundary between Kasai and Kasai Central provinces. The completed bridge has now been officially reopened to traffic. Construction is also continuing on a mixed bridge over the Miyao River. The final assembly of its metal structure is expected by the end of October 2026, according to the latest project update. Government seeks to keep construction moving The fresh $40 million allocation is intended to maintain progress on the Kalamba-Mbuji route rather than allow financing gaps to interrupt construction. ADVERTISEMENT Banza Lunda is also expected to hold a technical meeting in Kananga involving contractors, the project supervision team and the funder to review implementation challenges and determine the next stages of work. The latest announcement provides a new financing commitment and visible construction milestones, but important questions remain about the timetable for disbursement, the completion schedule and the precise status of individual sections. Recent reports cite 35 kilometres as already paved on the Kalamba-Mbuji road. Earlier project updates have cited different surfaced-road totals, which may reflect different reporting dates, sections or construction standards. Until those figures are reconciled by the implementing authorities, the latest 35-kilometre figure is the current figure reported by the ministry and carried by multiple Congolese outlets. For Kasai Central, the larger objective remains completing a reliable road connection from Kananga toward the Angolan border and opening the region more directly to the Lobito Corridor and regional markets. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Infrastructure DRC Signs Contracts to Modernise 13 Airports, First Deliveries in 2028 Four firms will rebuild runways and terminals from Kalemie to Muanda under a Treasury-funded plan . Infrastructure DRC: Three Universities Modernized Under Félix Tshisekedi New and renovated campuses in Kinshasa, Kananga and Mbuji-Mayi aim to improve higher education . Infrastructure Grand Inga Moves Forward as RDC-US Committee Meets in Paris Officials meet with the World Bank to coordinate financing, project governance and electricity . Infrastructure Congolese engineers head to France to prepare Grand Inga workforce A Congolese delegation visits Grenoble to develop hydropower training and technical partnerships . 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Kinshasa plans to challenge Louise Mushikiwabo’s third-term bid at OIF, citing neutrality concerns amid DRC–Rwanda tensions. The International Organisation of the Francophonie (OIF) is heading into a politically charged succession contest, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) indicating it will put forward an alternative candidate to replace Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo, the Rwandan diplomat who has led the organization since her election in 2018 and re-election in 2022. For Kinshasa, the move is less about personalities than a public test of whether the Francophonie can remain a credible, unifying platform when member states are locked in an escalating regional dispute. A leadership challenge rooted in “neutrality” disputes At the center of Kinshasa’s case is a long-running complaint about how the OIF has been managed under Mushikiwabo specifically, whether the Secretary-General has maintained sufficient impartiality as tensions between the DRC and Rwanda have deepened. Mushikiwabo’s mandate places her at the heart of the Francophonie’s institutional machinery, including chairing key bodies and coordinating the organization’s work as reported by Africa Press . Congolese officials, according to the original report, argue that OIF leadership has not reflected what they see as the gravity of the security crisis in eastern Congo and the regional tensions that accompany it. Their criticism is framed as a governance and credibility question: if the Francophonie claims shared values and political dialogue among members, Kinshasa wants the institution to demonstrate that those principles apply even when conflicts involve influential member states. The eastern Congo conflict is the unspoken driver The DRC–Rwanda relationship has been strained for years, but the conflict in eastern DRC has intensified mistrust. Kinshasa has repeatedly accused Kigali of supporting the M23 rebel movement an allegation Rwanda has denied. The political significance for the OIF is that this dispute is no longer confined to bilateral channels; it is increasingly shaping how the DRC engages with multilateral bodies where Rwanda is also present. Independent reporting and diplomatic statements have pointed to UN expert findings on the eastern DRC conflict, which have been cited internationally in discussions about M23 and regional dynamics . This wider context helps explain why Kinshasa is treating the OIF succession as a consequential decision: the Secretary-General is not expected to arbitrate a war, but the DRC is signaling that perceived institutional “silence” or “imbalance” can carry diplomatic costs. The 2023 Kinshasa Francophonie Games episode became symbolic The disagreement did not start with the current succession season. It was already visible in public moments most notably around the 2023 Francophonie Games hosted in Kinshasa. Mushikiwabo did not attend the opening, and competing accounts circulated about the circumstances, including questions of protocol and invitations. While the Games were not an OIF political summit, the controversy became a proxy for the broader relationship: Kinshasa interpreted it as another sign of strained ties within the Francophonie ecosystem at a time when the DRC wanted stronger institutional solidarity. Continue Reading Full Article DIPLOMACY Why Kinshasa Is Challenging Mushikiwabo’s Leadership at OIF By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Feb 2, 2026 May 15, 2026 5 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: The International Organisation of the Francophonie (OIF) is heading into a politically charged succession contest, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) indicating it will put forward an alternative candidate to replace Secretary-General Louise Mushikiwabo, the Rwandan diplomat who has led the organization since her election in 2018 and re-election in 2022. For Kinshasa, the move is less about personalities than a public test of whether the Francophonie can remain a credible, unifying platform when member states are locked in an escalating regional dispute. A leadership challenge rooted in “neutrality” disputes At the center of Kinshasa’s case is a long-running complaint about how the OIF has been managed under Mushikiwabo specifically, whether the Secretary-General has maintained sufficient impartiality as tensions between the DRC and Rwanda have deepened. Mushikiwabo’s mandate places her at the heart of the Francophonie’s institutional machinery, including chairing key bodies and coordinating the organization’s work as reported by Africa Press . Congolese officials, according to the original report, argue that OIF leadership has not reflected what they see as the gravity of the security crisis in eastern Congo and the regional tensions that accompany it. Their criticism is framed as a governance and credibility question: if the Francophonie claims shared values and political dialogue among members, Kinshasa wants the institution to demonstrate that those principles apply even when conflicts involve influential member states. The eastern Congo conflict is the unspoken driver The DRC–Rwanda relationship has been strained for years, but the conflict in eastern DRC has intensified mistrust. Kinshasa has repeatedly accused Kigali of supporting the M23 rebel movement an allegation Rwanda has denied. The political significance for the OIF is that this dispute is no longer confined to bilateral channels; it is increasingly shaping how the DRC engages with multilateral bodies where Rwanda is also present. ADVERTISEMENT Independent reporting and diplomatic statements have pointed to UN expert findings on the eastern DRC conflict, which have been cited internationally in discussions about M23 and regional dynamics . This wider context helps explain why Kinshasa is treating the OIF succession as a consequential decision: the Secretary-General is not expected to arbitrate a war, but the DRC is signaling that perceived institutional “silence” or “imbalance” can carry diplomatic costs. The 2023 Kinshasa Francophonie Games episode became symbolic The disagreement did not start with the current succession season. It was already visible in public moments most notably around the 2023 Francophonie Games hosted in Kinshasa. Mushikiwabo did not attend the opening, and competing accounts circulated about the circumstances, including questions of protocol and invitations. While the Games were not an OIF political summit, the controversy became a proxy for the broader relationship: Kinshasa interpreted it as another sign of strained ties within the Francophonie ecosystem at a time when the DRC wanted stronger institutional solidarity. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Health News Uganda HIV Self-Test Assembly: Prices, Jobs and Exports . Banking and Finance Absa Dubai Office: Services, Eligibility and Contacts . Business & Investment 5 Best Citizenship by Investment Programs for Africans . Scholarships 120 EAC Master’s Scholarships Open to EAC Students — How to Apply . Scholarships UCT Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027 Opens to Africans . A contest shaped by the OIF’s consensus culture The succession process is complicated by how the OIF traditionally reaches decisions often through consensus and coalition-building rather than straightforward bloc voting. That means the DRC’s strategy must go beyond rallying Francophone African states and extend to member governments in Europe, North America, and elsewhere that carry influence within the organization. The original report notes that Mushikiwabo’s campaign is already active and is believed to benefit from support in several major capitals. That dynamic raises the bar for Kinshasa: to win, it must present a candidate who can be framed as broadly acceptable not merely as an “anti-Rwanda” choice. What Kinshasa is trying to achieve From Kinshasa’s perspective, the challenge serves multiple objectives at once: Reassert influence as the largest Francophone country. The DRC has long argued its demographic and cultural weight should translate into stronger leadership standing in Francophone institutions. Force a debate about institutional credibility. By pushing the leadership question, the DRC is effectively asking whether the OIF can maintain unity and legitimacy when members face severe regional conflict. Create leverage in a broader diplomatic contest. Even if Kinshasa does not ultimately secure the top job, mounting a serious challenge can shift negotiations, alliances, and the tone of engagement inside the OIF. ADVERTISEMENT Some diplomats referenced in the original reporting also float a third possibility: if polarization deepens, the organization could turn toward a compromise candidate from a third country to avoid an open rupture. Why this matters beyond one office The OIF is primarily a cultural and linguistic organization, but its members also present it as a community of shared political values. The DRC’s challenge highlights a recurring tension: when security crises implicate member states, institutions built for cooperation and cultural diplomacy can struggle to serve as credible venues for political mediation. For that reason, the next OIF summit’s leadership decision will be read as more than an internal appointment. It will signal whether Kinshasa can translate national weight into multilateral influence and whether Kigali can sustain backing for Mushikiwabo’s continued leadership in a shifting diplomatic landscape. 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Patrick Muyaya challenges international partners after Tito Rutaremara urged Banyamulenge youth to take up arms and support M23 against the DRC. DRC government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya has challenged the international community to consider how it would react if a senior Congolese figure openly encouraged Rwandan citizens to take up arms against their own government, following controversial remarks by veteran Rwandan politician Tito Rutaremara concerning the Banyamulenge and M23. KINSHASA — Democratic Republic of Congo government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya has turned the controversy surrounding remarks by veteran Rwandan politician Tito Rutaremara into a direct challenge to the international community: what would happen if the roles were reversed? Speaking after Rutaremara’s controversial intervention at a commemoration of the Gatumba massacre, Muyaya asked international partners to imagine a senior Congolese official addressing a Rwandan community and openly encouraging its young people to take up arms against Rwanda’s government. “Imagine if a Congolese minister or a Congolese notable took the floor to ask a Rwandan community to take up arms and fight the Rwandan government or Rwandan institutions.” Muyaya said he would be “very interested” to see how Congo’s international partners would react. The question has particular significance because international officials have previously reacted swiftly when inflammatory rhetoric came from the Congolese side. What Tito Rutaremara said The controversy began after remarks delivered by Rutaremara , a longtime RPF figure who has held several senior positions in Rwanda, during commemorations marking 22 years since the 2004 Gatumba massacre, in which more than 160 Congolese refugees, predominantly Banyamulenge, were killed in Burundi. In circulating footage of his remarks, Rutaremara addresses Banyamulenge youth and encourages them to take up arms and help M23 “liberate Congo.” Continue Reading Full Article WAR IN EASTERN DRC Muyaya Challenges World Over Rutaremara’s Call to Banyamulenge By Neema Asha Mwakalinga Travel & Culture Expert Neema Asha Mwakalinga Home Comment Aug 18, 2026 Aug 20, 2026 11 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: DRC government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya has challenged the international community to consider how it would react if a senior Congolese figure openly encouraged Rwandan citizens to take up arms against their own government, following controversial remarks by veteran Rwandan politician Tito Rutaremara concerning the Banyamulenge and M23. KINSHASA — Democratic Republic of Congo government spokesperson Patrick Muyaya has turned the controversy surrounding remarks by veteran Rwandan politician Tito Rutaremara into a direct challenge to the international community: what would happen if the roles were reversed? Speaking after Rutaremara’s controversial intervention at a commemoration of the Gatumba massacre, Muyaya asked international partners to imagine a senior Congolese official addressing a Rwandan community and openly encouraging its young people to take up arms against Rwanda’s government. “Imagine if a Congolese minister or a Congolese notable took the floor to ask a Rwandan community to take up arms and fight the Rwandan government or Rwandan institutions.” Muyaya said he would be “very interested” to see how Congo’s international partners would react. The question has particular significance because international officials have previously reacted swiftly when inflammatory rhetoric came from the Congolese side. What Tito Rutaremara said Rwandan Senator Tito Rutaremara The controversy began after remarks delivered by Rutaremara , a longtime RPF figure who has held several senior positions in Rwanda, during commemorations marking 22 years since the 2004 Gatumba massacre, in which more than 160 Congolese refugees, predominantly Banyamulenge, were killed in Burundi. In circulating footage of his remarks, Rutaremara addresses Banyamulenge youth and encourages them to take up arms and help M23 “liberate Congo.” His intervention also focused heavily on identity. Rutaremara portrayed Banyamulenge as Rwandans living in Congo and challenged the community’s use of the Banyamulenge identity. At one point, according to the Kinyarwanda remarks reviewed for this article, he says: “It makes me laugh when I hear Banyamulenge calling themselves Congolese. They are Rwandans, just like me.” The remarks triggered anger among Banyamulenge organizations and community voices who insist that they are Congolese citizens and reject attempts to redefine them from Kigali. “Imagine the gravity” Muyaya argued that Rutaremara’s remarks should not be treated merely as provocative political commentary. He described them as spreading what he called the “poison of division” and accused the Rwandan figure of effectively encouraging an insurrection against Congolese institutions. For Muyaya, reversing the scenario demonstrates the seriousness of what was said. What, he asked, would happen if Kinshasa publicly told young Rwandans to acquire weapons and fight their government? “Imagine the gravity of such remarks.” Muyaya also challenged international partners over what he sees as an inconsistency in responses to inflammatory rhetoric involving Rwanda and the DRC. That argument has a recent precedent. ADVERTISEMENT When a Congolese general crossed the line, Belgium reacted On December 28, 2025, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prévot publicly condemned remarks made by FARDC spokesperson Major General Sylvain Ekenge targeting the Tutsi community. Prévot said he was “extremely shocked” and described the comments as “absolutely unworthy” of an official representative. His message was unequivocal: hate speech must be rejected regardless of circumstances, and national cohesion requires the inclusion of every community. The reaction did not stop with international condemnation. The Congolese military publicly distanced itself from Ekenge's comments, saying they did not represent the position of the FARDC, the Congolese government or President Félix Tshisekedi. Ekenge was subsequently suspended from his duties. That response now forms an important backdrop to Muyaya's challenge. If a Congolese military spokesperson could be publicly condemned internationally and sanctioned domestically for inflammatory rhetoric involving the Tutsi community, Kinshasa is asking what standard should apply when an influential Rwandan political figure encourages Congolese Banyamulenge youth to take up arms against their own state. Muyaya's argument is therefore not that international condemnation of Ekenge was wrong. It is that the principle invoked then should be applied consistently now. “Banyamulenge are Congolese” At the center of the controversy is a much deeper question: who has the authority to define the Banyamulenge? Kinshasa's answer is categorical. “No, the Banyamulenge are not the ‘Rwandans of Congo.’ They are Congolese, just like all the other communities in our country,” Muyaya said in an earlier response to the controversy. Muyaya pointed to the backlash from Banyamulenge themselves as evidence that Rutaremara's characterization does not speak for the entire community. Several Banyamulenge organizations and community figures have rejected attempts to portray them simply as Rwandans and opposed calls for their youth to participate in armed conflict against the Congolese state. Muyaya stressed that Banyamulenge have “never given a mandate” to anyone to speak in their place, redefine their identity or call them to war against their own country. For Kinshasa, that distinction matters enormously. Banyamulenge grievances concerning security, discrimination and historical violence are real political questions. But the Congolese government argues that those grievances cannot be appropriated by another state or used as justification for armed intervention. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . 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He praised those who publicly distanced themselves from the remarks and said Banyamulenge are already participating within Congolese institutions in efforts to restore peace in the High Plateaus. That pushback complicates a narrative that automatically associates Banyamulenge political interests with Kigali or M23. For Muyaya, the community must instead be recognized as part of Congo's national fabric. His message was that Banyamulenge are not foreigners whom Rwanda can politically reclaim when convenient. They are Congolese citizens. Kinshasa says the rhetoric is “not by chance” Muyaya went further by arguing that Rutaremara's remarks should be viewed within the wider history of Rwanda's justification for involvement in eastern DRC. “These declarations are not the fruit of chance,” he said. He described them as part of a “persistent rhetoric” that, according to Kinshasa, uses the Banyamulenge and wider Tutsi security question to justify Rwanda's actions across the border. Muyaya accused Kigali of instrumentalizing the community in two ways: first by reinforcing divisions between Congolese communities, and second by using those tensions as justification for continued intervention. Rwanda has consistently presented its security concerns in eastern DRC differently, particularly emphasizing the threat posed by the FDLR, a militia founded by elements linked to forces responsible for the Rwandan Genocide in 1994. Kinshasa acknowledges that the FDLR issue must be addressed but rejects the argument that it provides justification for Rwanda's military presence or support for armed groups inside Congolese territory. Muyaya repeats allegations over M23 and other armed groups During his intervention, Muyaya also repeated broader Congolese government allegations concerning Rwanda's support for armed organizations operating in eastern DRC. He accused Rwanda of arming M23 as well as other groups and said Kinshasa holds Rwanda responsible for instability in affected areas. Those allegations are serious and should remain clearly attributed to the Congolese government where independent evidence has not established individual claims. The wider allegation of substantial Rwandan military support for M23, however, has been documented repeatedly by UN experts and has become central to international diplomacy surrounding the conflict. ADVERTISEMENT For Muyaya, Rutaremara's appeal for young Banyamulenge to support M23 adds another political dimension to that existing dispute. Washington peace commitments now enter the controversy The timing is particularly sensitive because the DRC and Rwanda are supposed to be implementing commitments reached through internationally mediated peace processes. Muyaya argued that rhetoric encouraging Congolese citizens to take up arms risks undermining the spirit of the Washington process and efforts to de-escalate the conflict. He confirmed that mediators would be informed about Rutaremara's declarations. Kinshasa wants the statements considered not simply as an isolated controversy on social media but within the diplomatic framework governing Rwanda's commitments toward the DRC. Muyaya emphasized that the dispute must not distract from what Kinshasa considers a central requirement of the peace process: the withdrawal of Rwandan forces from Congolese territory. The international community now faces Muyaya's question The controversy ultimately leaves international partners with the hypothetical Muyaya deliberately placed before them. When General Ekenge made inflammatory remarks involving the Tutsi community, Belgium condemned them publicly and Congo suspended him. Now an influential veteran RPF figure has been recorded urging members of a Congolese community to take up arms and help M23 “liberate Congo.” What happens next? For Muyaya, consistency means that dangerous rhetoric should be condemned regardless of whether it originates in Kinshasa or Kigali. That is what makes his challenge more consequential than a simple diplomatic counterattack. The Congolese government is effectively asking international partners to apply a standard they have already established: ethnic identity should not be weaponized, communities should not be pushed toward violence, and political figures should not encourage citizens of another country to take up arms against their own state. And behind that diplomatic argument lies an equally important message from Kinshasa to the Banyamulenge themselves: You are Congolese. 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In an electrifying bout in Saudi Arabia, British heavyweight Anthony Joshua delivered a stunning performance, securing a second-round knockout victory against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou. The match, highly anticipated by fans worldwide, saw Joshua, at 34, showcase his prowess and strategic acumen, reaffirming his status in the heavyweight division. From the onset, Joshua's intent was clear. He floored Ngannou in the initial round and continued his dominance into the second. An explosive right hand sent Ngannou reeling, leading to the referee intervening and calling an end to the contest. Ngannou, 37, visibly shaken by the power of Joshua's punch, required medical attention post-fall, highlighting the match's intensity. Joshua's victory was witnessed by none other than WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, adding a layer of intrigue given Fury's previous challenging encounter with Ngannou. Joshua's post-fight remarks hinted at respect for Ngannou's capabilities and an openness to future challenges within the boxing domain, further fueling speculations abou t potential matchups . This win marks Joshua's fourth victory in 11 months, a testament to his relentless pursuit of reclaiming a world title. The event also drew attention to the promotional prowess of Eddie Hearn, who has been instrumental in Joshua's career. Hearn's post-fight comments suggest ambitious plans for Joshua, eyeing a matchup with the winner of the forthcoming bout between Fury and Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight championship. The fight not only showcased Joshua's technical growth as a boxer but also highlighted his mental preparation and strategic planning. His ability to maintain composure under pressure and execute a game plan flawlessly was evident from the first bell. The knockout serves as a powerful statement in the heavyweight division and sets the stage for intriguing future contests. As Joshua looks ahead, the boxing world watches with bated breath for his next move. With potential high-stakes matches on the horizon, Joshua's career trajectory remains a focal point for fans and analysts alike, promising more thrilling encounters in the ring. Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Mar 9, 2024 May 15, 2026 3 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: An explosive right hand sent Ngannou reeling, leading to the referee's Intervention and calling an end to the contest at the showdown In an electrifying bout in Saudi Arabia, British heavyweight Anthony Joshua delivered a stunning performance, securing a second-round knockout victory against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou. The match, highly anticipated by fans worldwide, saw Joshua, at 34, showcase his prowess and strategic acumen, reaffirming his status in the heavyweight division. From the onset, Joshua's intent was clear. He floored Ngannou in the initial round and continued his dominance into the second. An explosive right hand sent Ngannou reeling, leading to the referee intervening and calling an end to the contest. Ngannou, 37, visibly shaken by the power of Joshua's punch, required medical attention post-fall, highlighting the match's intensity. Joshua's victory was witnessed by none other than WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, adding a layer of intrigue given Fury's previous challenging encounter with Ngannou. Joshua's post-fight remarks hinted at respect for Ngannou's capabilities and an openness to future challenges within the boxing domain, further fueling speculations abou t potential matchups . ADVERTISEMENT This win marks Joshua's fourth victory in 11 months, a testament to his relentless pursuit of reclaiming a world title. The event also drew attention to the promotional prowess of Eddie Hearn, who has been instrumental in Joshua's career. Hearn's post-fight comments suggest ambitious plans for Joshua, eyeing a matchup with the winner of the forthcoming bout between Fury and Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight championship. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today The fight not only showcased Joshua's technical growth as a boxer but also highlighted his mental preparation and strategic planning. His ability to maintain composure under pressure and execute a game plan flawlessly was evident from the first bell. The knockout serves as a powerful statement in the heavyweight division and sets the stage for intriguing future contests. As Joshua looks ahead, the boxing world watches with bated breath for his next move. With potential high-stakes matches on the horizon, Joshua's career trajectory remains a focal point for fans and analysts alike, promising more thrilling encounters in the ring. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

As highlighted in the recent "Digital Economy Foresight Africa 2024" report, African nations are significantly trailing G20 countries in digital infrastructure, a cornerstone for economic development. This disparity underscores the urgent need for a robust digital transformation to harness the economic opportunities presented by the digital age. The Urgency of Expanding Fixed Broadband Access While the surge in mobile phone adoption across the continent signals a positive trend, the report emphasizes the critical need for fixed broadband to achieve high-speed internet access and enable effective digitization of businesses. Fixed broadband is essential not just for enhancing connectivity but also for ensuring that internet services are affordable and accessible to all, particularly marginalized communities. Strategic Initiatives for Policymakers To mitigate the digital divide, the report outlines several strategic actions for policymakers: Expand fixed broadband infrastructure to facilitate widespread access to high-speed internet. Enhance affordability by implementing regulatory measures such as price controls on essential digital services and promoting competitive practices among ICT firms. Focus on inclusive digital access by developing tailored strategies to reach underserved populations, including leveraging Universal Service Funds for infrastructure expansion in rural and impoverished areas. Promoting Digital Skills and Financial Inclusion Continue Reading Full Article By Author Name Author Name Home Comment Apr 22, 2024 May 15, 2026 2 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: A symbolic repesentation of Digital Economy Foresight for Africa and possible broadband extension As highlighted in the recent "Digital Economy Foresight Africa 2024" report, African nations are significantly trailing G20 countries in digital infrastructure, a cornerstone for economic development. This disparity underscores the urgent need for a robust digital transformation to harness the economic opportunities presented by the digital age. The Urgency of Expanding Fixed Broadband Access While the surge in mobile phone adoption across the continent signals a positive trend, the report emphasizes the critical need for fixed broadband to achieve high-speed internet access and enable effective digitization of businesses. Fixed broadband is essential not just for enhancing connectivity but also for ensuring that internet services are affordable and accessible to all, particularly marginalized communities. ADVERTISEMENT Strategic Initiatives for Policymakers To mitigate the digital divide, the report outlines several strategic actions for policymakers: Expand fixed broadband infrastructure to facilitate widespread access to high-speed internet. Enhance affordability by implementing regulatory measures such as price controls on essential digital services and promoting competitive practices among ICT firms. Focus on inclusive digital access by developing tailored strategies to reach underserved populations, including leveraging Universal Service Funds for infrastructure expansion in rural and impoverished areas. Promoting Digital Skills and Financial Inclusion The development of digital skills aligns with the growing demand in the digital economy and is vital for the workforce to capitalize on emerging opportunities. Additionally, promoting digital financial inclusion is crucial as it enables broader economic participation and fosters financial empowerment. Investing in digital infrastructure is not merely about technological upgrades but also about fostering an inclusive digital economy that propels economic growth and bridges the inequality gap. Policymakers play a pivotal role in this transformation, and their actions in 2024 will be decisive in positioning Africa on a path to resilient and inclusive digital advancement. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Tags

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At the Doha Social Summit, President Tshisekedi unveiled Congo’s new development model focused on health, education, and territorial equality. Doha, Qatar — Speaking before global leaders at the Second World Summit for Social Development, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi showcased the Democratic Republic of Congo’s bold pivot away from a purely extractive economy toward one rooted in human dignity, social justice, and territorial equality. “We have chosen a new path,” Tshisekedi declared. “A break from centralized, extraction-based models, to build an economy centered on people, equal opportunity, and peace.” A Social Vision Built on Three Core Convictions President Tshisekedi emphasized three founding principles guiding his national transformation agenda: Dignity is non-negotiable. Access to fundamental rights is not a luxury. There can be no lasting peace without social justice. From this foundation, the DRC has launched sweeping reforms aimed at transforming the everyday lives of Congolese citizens. 1. Free Healthcare for Mothers and Newborns Continue Reading Full Article BUSINESS & INVESTMENT Tshisekedi Presents Human-Centered Vision at Doha Social Summit By Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Political Analyst Serge Kitoko Tshibanda Home Comment Nov 4, 2025 May 15, 2026 4 min read Copy link Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Published Updated: Doha, Qatar — Speaking before global leaders at the Second World Summit for Social Development, held at the Qatar National Convention Centre, President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi showcased the Democratic Republic of Congo’s bold pivot away from a purely extractive economy toward one rooted in human dignity, social justice, and territorial equality. “We have chosen a new path,” Tshisekedi declared. “A break from centralized, extraction-based models, to build an economy centered on people, equal opportunity, and peace.” A Social Vision Built on Three Core Convictions President Tshisekedi emphasized three founding principles guiding his national transformation agenda: Dignity is non-negotiable. Access to fundamental rights is not a luxury. There can be no lasting peace without social justice. From this foundation, the DRC has launched sweeping reforms aimed at transforming the everyday lives of Congolese citizens. 1. Free Healthcare for Mothers and Newborns In a historic move, since 2023, the DRC has provided free health services to pregnant women, new mothers, and newborns. ADVERTISEMENT “Giving life should never be a financial burden or a path to poverty,” Tshisekedi said. This marks a major step toward universal health coverage and is already changing the lives of the most vulnerable populations. 2. Free Primary Education for All Since 2020, more than 5 million Congolese children have entered or returned to school thanks to the government’s free primary education policy. “That’s 5 million individual stories saved from illiteracy and exclusion,” said Tshisekedi, visibly proud of the program’s scale and impact. ADVERTISEMENT Trending Now Kindu Nurses’ Strike Disrupts Care and Childhood Vaccination . Healthcare System EAC Preparedness Plan: What Must Be Ready Before Floods . Regional Blocs (AU, SADC, EAC, ECOWAS) DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Francophone River Offin Girls’ Rights Decision: What Must Change? . Education Popular Today Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie . Policy and Reforms DRC Assembly Backs $625m for Schools, Businesses and Health . Economic Policies DRC Creates Deposit Guarantee Fund to Protect Bank Customers . Social Service DRC Moves to Bring More Public Workers Onto the Payroll . Development DRC Plans $440 Million for Rural Water, Electricity and Infrastructure . To support this progress, the government is now implementing a national school feeding program, ensuring that no child is forced to leave school because of hunger. 3. Bridging Urban–Rural Gaps Through Local Development Recognizing the inequalities created by Congo’s vast geography, the President highlighted the 145-Territory Local Development Program, launched in 2023. “For too long, the size of our country has been used as an excuse for inequality,” Tshisekedi said. “We’re now reconnecting the entire national territory.” This program seeks to close the divide between cities and rural areas by investing in local infrastructure, services, and opportunities in every corner of the DRC. ADVERTISEMENT A New Face of African Development Tshisekedi’s speech resonated with the summit’s central theme: inclusive, people-centered development. At a time when many global narratives focus on Africa’s risks, Tshisekedi is boldly presenting the Congolese model as an example of social progress in action. “This is not theory. These are real policies, real reforms, and real hope,” remarked one observer at the Doha summit. The Message from Congo: Social Justice Is the Foundation of Peace As conflict continues in the eastern part of the country, Tshisekedi’s speech in Doha was more than an economic statement; it was a moral one. A declaration that lasting peace in the Great Lakes region cannot come without justice, education, dignity, and inclusion. Through his leadership, the DRC is now positioning itself as a voice for fairness on the African continent and a model of transformation for nations facing the same struggles. ADVERTISEMENT Related Articles Francophone DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba Seeks to Reshape the Francophonie DR Congo's Juliana Lumumba proposes nine reforms for the Francophonie, challenging Rwanda's Louise . Policy and Reforms DRC Assembly Backs $625m for Schools, Businesses and Health Lawmakers back four financing bills supporting entrepreneurs, primary education, maternal health . Economic Policies DRC Creates Deposit Guarantee Fund to Protect Bank Customers DRC approves FGADEC, a national deposit-guarantee fund designed to protect eligible savings, . Social Service DRC Moves to Bring More Public Workers Onto the Payroll DRC plans to make salary inclusion a 2027 budget priority, aiming to progressively bring eligible . Tags DRC Politics DRC Politics DR.Congo DR.Congo