The governors of Kasai Oriental, Jean-Paul Mbwebwa Kapo, and Kasai Central, Joseph Kambulu Nkonko, signed the act on November 8, 2026, at Amika, near Lake Mukamba. The act aims to resolve the conflict over territorial limits between the two provinces. The signing of the act was witnessed by local leaders and community members. The agreement is based on seven resolutions from the Barza communautaire du lac Mukamba.
The resolutions focus on preserving peace, clarifying administrative boundaries, evaluating administrative and land documents, and establishing a permanent consultation mechanism. The act is a significant step towards easing tensions between the two provinces. The conflict had caused concerns among local communities, who feared it could escalate into violence. The governors emphasized the need for peaceful coexistence.
Governor Jean-Paul Mbwebwa Kapo stressed the importance of preserving ties between the populations of the two provinces. He called for an end to disputes and quarrels, urging communities to prioritize dialogue and peaceful coexistence. The governors also agreed to reposition toll posts, which had been a point of contention. The toll post at Nsenda, in Kasai Central, was relocated to Amika.
The reconciliation act marks a new stage in efforts to de-escalate tensions between the two provinces. However, the definitive clarification of their territorial limits remains a key commitment. The agreement was welcomed by local communities, who hope it will bring stability to the region. The conflict had disrupted economic activities and created uncertainty for residents.
The signing of the act was facilitated by local leaders and community members, who had been advocating for a peaceful resolution. The governors' willingness to engage in dialogue and compromise was seen as a positive step. The agreement is expected to improve relations between the two provinces and promote economic development.
One of the first concrete measures implemented is the repositioning of toll posts. The toll post at Munkamba, in Kasai Oriental, was transferred to Bena-Kaasa. The relocation of the toll posts aims to reduce tensions and promote free movement of people and goods. The agreement also provides for the establishment of a permanent consultation mechanism.
The reconciliation act is a significant achievement for the two provinces, which had been experiencing tensions over territorial limits. The agreement demonstrates the commitment of the governors to finding a peaceful solution to the conflict. The act is expected to have a positive impact on the region, promoting stability and economic growth.
Key points
- The governors of Kasai Oriental and Kasai Central have signed a reconciliation act to ease tensions over territorial limits between the two provinces.
