Kasai Oriental: partial reshuffle of the provincial government

Mbuji-Mayi, May 10^th, 2026 (CPA). – The Governor of Kasai Oriental (centre of the Democratic Republic of Congo) has, by decree, reshuffled his government team, CPA  has learned on Sunday from an official source.  “Considering the need to refine and boost the government’s work in Kasaï Oriental, by overcoming the real difficulties observed to date in order to place, as far as possible, the right person in the right position. Given the urgency, Article 1: the provincial government of Kasai Oriental comprises 10 ministerial portfolios, each headed by the ministers appointed to the posts indicated opposite their names,” has reported Patrice Kabemba bin Kabemba, spokesperson for the provincial governor.  The new team remains composed of ten members, including two women, covering all key sectors of provincial life, he has reminded.  “Among the key appointments, Mukendi Makanda Patrick remains at the head of the Ministry in charge of the Interior and Security. The same applies to Ilunga Pascal Ernest, who holds the Justice portfolio and serves as government spokesperson. The economic and financial sector has been entrusted to Kadia Ilunga Elvis, who is joining the government team. Kamanga Senda Lukusa Charles retains the Ministry in charge of Planning and Budget, Water Resources and Electricity,” has said the spokesperson. And to continue: “The two female figures in this government, Ms Babu Mukendi Nana, who is joining the team, and Ms Mulanga Kasanda Chantal, will head the Ministry in charge of Mines, Hydrocarbons, Gender, Family and Children, and the Ministry in charge of the Environment, Agriculture, Fisheries, Livestock and Rural Development respectively, a ministry she continues to manage.” This decree, signed by the provincial governor Jean-Paul Mbwebwa Kapo, repeals previous provisions and comes into force immediately, it is indicated. ACP/