Before the Human Rights Council in Geneva, Kinshasa rejects accusations of restricting freedoms: "There is no policy of human rights violations, documented cases are prosecuted and condemned"

The Congolese government, represented by Minister of Human Rights Samuel Mbemba Kabuya, rejected accusations of restricting political and civil liberties at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva. He stated that the 560 convictions cited in a UN report demonstrate efforts to combat impunity, and that violations during recent protests are under judicial investigation. The government continues to promote human rights through anti-impunity measures, transitional justice, and capacity building for security forces.