The Democratic Republic of Congo is going to loosen the rules in two areas that have been affected by conflict. These places have been under a state of siege, which is basically a state of military control, for two years.
President Félix Tshisekedi announced on TV that he will slowly and carefully reduce the restrictions in North Kivu and Ituri provinces.
The government declared a state of siege in 2021 to stop protests and unrest in the area.
The president promised to end the curfew and let people and things move freely. He also promised to give people the right to peacefully protest and come together.
This happens only a few months before the general elections, which will take place on 20 December. Tshisekedi is trying to be elected again.
“He said it is very important for everyone involved in the voting process to be able to fully participate without any obstacles. ”
Human rights groups are criticizing the stage of siege because they believe it has caused many people to be arrested and their freedom of movement to be limited.
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DR Congo to relax restrictions in area affected by conflict
