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DRC census preparations and legislative developments
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Democratic Republic of the Congo DRC census preparations and legislative developments
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has initiated the preparatory mapping phase for its second General Population and Housing Census (RGPH-2), the first comprehensive census in the country since 1984. In Kinshasa, mapping teams have reported a generally favorable reception from residents, though some security challenges remain in certain neighborhoods. Minister of Planning and Development Coordination Guylain Nyembo Mbwizya noted that the census is essential for development planning, including infrastructure for schools and healthcare. To support the full census scheduled for 2027, the government intends to deploy more than 130,000 enumerators nationwide. In tandem with these field operations, the Senate unanimously adopted a bill to organize statistical activities. This legislation aims to modernize the country’s legal framework to align with United Nations principles and the African Charter on Statistics, ensuring professional independence and transparency for the census process. The bill has moved to the National Assembly for further examination.
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