Kinshasa, May 18th, 2026 (CPA). – The values of living together were the focus of a sensitization session during a citizens’ march organised for the youth of Kolwezi, the main town of Lualaba in the south-west of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), it was learned from an association source.
“This civic initiative has brought together a crowd of young people from diverse political and social backgrounds in Lualaba province. Through this march, the ‘Psalm 23’ Foundation aims to promote, in a sustainable manner, the values of living together, collective discipline and patriotism among Congolese youth,” has declared Orly Mwembo, coordinator of the foundation. “Throughout the march, songs, cheers and messages of unity punctuated the event, demonstrating the growing commitment of Lualaba’s youth to social cohesion and civic responsibility,” he has added.
Mr Mwembo has expressed his deep satisfaction at the strong mobilisation of the population. He has praised the remarkable involvement of the youth as well as the support of the residents of Kolwezi for this event, which he considers a true symbol of unity and civic awareness. “This march is an opportunity for me to reaffirm my support for the governance vision of Fifi Masuka, Governor of Lualaba and representative of the President of the Republic, Felix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, in the province,” has said Mr Mwembo. “The event has continued in a festive atmosphere, with many young people continuing the discussions and celebrations surrounding this initiative, which was praised by several local observers,” he has explained. The participants in this citizens’ march have walked along several of the city’s iconic thoroughfares, from the Mwangeshi roundabout to Maria Police, passing notably through Lupundu and the La Perle marquee.