The Union for Democracy and Social Progress (UDPS) organized a march in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, on September 23, 2026, to promote women's support for national dialogue and constitutional reform. Mireille Mwilarhe, president of the Center for Women's Empowerment (CEF), expressed satisfaction with the event, stating it aimed to gather women in support of the Head of State's vision for dialogue and constitutional change. The march sought to encourage women's participation in the national dialogue to address problems hindering development and peace in the RDC.
Mwilarhe emphasized the importance of women's involvement in the dialogue process, citing their role as active participants in resolving issues affecting the country. She urged Congolese women to remain attentive to the next steps in the national dialogue and debate on constitutional evolution. According to Mwilarhe, the initiative by President Tshisekedi must succeed to bring peace to the entire national territory and restore smiles to women, who are often the first victims of war.
The CEF president mentioned that women's mobilization for the national dialogue demonstrates the extent of female mobilization around the President's leadership, which promotes positive masculinity and equal opportunities. She praised the UDPS for organizing the march in support of Republican institutions, expressing the desire of many for the success of the dialogue.
Mwilarhe's organization, CEF, focuses on women's empowerment through training, capacity building, and support for income-generating activities. She revealed that CEF is committed to amplifying women's voices at all levels to ensure their ideas are considered for stability and peace in the RDC.
The march in Kinshasa highlights the significance of women's participation in the national dialogue and constitutional reform process. The event demonstrates the efforts of women's organizations and political parties to promote women's involvement in decision-making processes.
President Tshisekedi's initiative for national dialogue and constitutional reform aims to address the country's challenges and promote peace and development. Women's participation in the dialogue process is crucial to ensuring that their concerns and needs are addressed.
The CEF and UDPS are working together to promote women's empowerment and participation in the national dialogue. Their efforts aim to contribute to the stability and peace of the RDC, and to ensure that women's voices are heard in the decision-making process.
Key points
- Women in Kinshasa march in support of national dialogue and constitutional reform
- Women's participation in national dialogue crucial for addressing country's challenges
- Initiative aims to promote peace, development, and women's empowerment in RDC
