In a groundbreaking move, President Felix Tshisekedi has named Judith Suminwa as the Democratic Republic of Congo’s first female Prime Minister. Formerly serving as the Planning Minister, Suminwa steps into her new role, succeeding Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde.
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This significant development comes after President Tshisekedi’s re-election victory on December 20 and his subsequent inauguration for a second term in January. The appointment follows an extensive search for a majority coalition in the National Assembly, a vital step for forming a new government.
With her background as an accomplished economist, Suminwa brings a wealth of expertise to her new position. She has expressed her commitment to promoting peace, national development, employment, youth and women empowerment, and fostering national unity in the country with a population nearing 100 million.
