Amnesty International Criticizes Tshisekedi’s Human Rights Efforts as Superficial and Ineffective
Amnesty International has issued a scathing critique of President Félix Tshisekedi’s handling of human rights issues in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), labelling his previous efforts as “superficial, ineffective, or incomplete.”
The international human rights organization has urged Tshisekedi, now in his second term, to urgently address the country’s ongoing human rights crisis.
Tigere Chagutah, Amnesty International’s Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa, emphasized that despite Tshisekedi’s past commitments, little progress has been achieved over the last five years.
The organization presented a five-point programme to the newly inaugurated government, outlining crucial steps needed to improve the situation.
Key demands include ending restrictions on civic space, protecting civilians in conflict zones, and combating impunity for crimes under international law.
Amnesty International also called for reforms to the criminal justice system and effective management of resources to promote socio-economic rights.
The organisation highlighted concerns over Tshisekedi’s decision to withdraw MONUSCO forces from conflict areas, urging him to uphold international humanitarian law in military operations.
It stressed the importance of investigating the root causes of armed conflicts and addressing inter-communal violence to safeguard the Congolese population.
Source: DRC News Today
