Lubumbashi Archives - Democratic Republic of Congo

Elections rushed and without the Kasai, will Mean the Balkanization of Congo

by Congo | Jun 26, 2017 | Conflict

Organising elections in the DRC without the Kasai means admitting that the institutions can one day function without the participation of about a fifth of the population. In so doing, we will make a dangerous step in the process of balkanization by this act,...

FRANCK DIONGO CALLS ON THE CONGOLESE PEOPLE FROM PRISON

by Congo | Jun 30, 2017 | Social Struggles

All patriots know that our country today is still under the domination of the forces of evil. At present, these negative forces are challenging the very existence of our nation. These enemies of the Congolese people and of its independence are recruited both outside...

Moïse Katumbi will not be in Felix Tshisekedi’s Government

by Congo | May 23, 2019 | Crime and law enforcement

The former governor of Katanga province, Moïse Katumbi Chapwe, affirmed his willingness to work for his country, the Democratic Republic of Congo, but without being in the next government. He will not work “especially not in the current government,” he...

Pope Francis appeals for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo

by Congo | Dec 27, 2016 | Congo Today

Pope Francis appeals for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo following the killing of protesters demonstrating against President Joseph Kabila in several cities across the country. After meeting recently with the heads of the Congolese Bishops’ Conference, the...

PPRD Supports Actions by the Armed Forces of DR Congo in Beni

by Congo | Jan 12, 2020 | Democracy

On security issues, the PPRD DR Congo supports and encourages actions by our Armed Forces, the PNC and intelligence services to maintain peace, particularly in Beni and in the east of the country. The Congo PPRD is delighted to note that, finally, new voices are...