Nord-Kivu: Stakeholders Urged to Internalize New Land Law

In a workshop held in Lubero, Nord-Kivu, participants were encouraged to familiarize themselves with the new Land Law, which aims to improve land governance and security in the region. The law, which was recently passed, seeks to address issues related to land ownership and management. Lieutenant Guelord Mukele, a legal advisor to the administrator of Lubero territory, emphasized the importance of understanding the law to ensure its effective implementation.

The workshop, which was supported by the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC), brought together stakeholders from the land, justice, and community sectors. The law, known as Law N°25/062 of December 30, 2025, amends and complements the existing land law, which dates back to 1973. Mukele stressed that the new law provides a framework for resolving land disputes and promoting sustainable land management.

Participants at the workshop included representatives from the land registry, justice sector, and community leaders. Jonas Kasereka, an agent at the Lubero land registry office, noted that the knowledge gained from the workshop would be shared with colleagues and superiors to ensure effective implementation of the new law. The goal is to promote a better understanding of the law and its provisions.

The workshop was organized as part of a project aimed at providing multi-sectoral support to populations affected by displacement in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The project, which is implemented in Nord-Kivu, seeks to address the needs of affected communities. The new land law is expected to play a critical role in promoting land security and governance in the region.

The National Commission for Land Reform (CONAREF) collaborated with organizers to strengthen participants' knowledge of the new land law. The law introduces several innovations aimed at improving land governance and security. Participants were trained on the rights, obligations, and mechanisms provided by the law to promote sustainable land management.

Mukele recommended that the workshop be extended to other stakeholders, including traditional leaders, youth, and civil society organizations. He emphasized that these groups play a critical role in promoting the new law and ensuring its effective implementation. By engaging a broader range of stakeholders, the authorities hope to promote a better understanding of the law and its provisions.

The internalization of the new land law is expected to promote better land governance and security in Lubero and beyond. By strengthening stakeholders' knowledge of the law, the authorities aim to reduce land disputes and promote sustainable land management. The implementation of the new law is seen as a critical step towards promoting peace and stability in the region.

Key points

• Authorities in Lubero, Nord-Kivu, have urged stakeholders to internalize the new Land Law to promote better understanding and adherence.