RGPH2: the government maintains the course for July 2027, away from electoral and political deadlines

The Congolese government is committed to launching the second Population and Housing Census (RGPH2) in July 2027, despite security and operational challenges. Minister of Planning Guylain Nyembo reaffirmed this deadline on September 28, emphasizing the importance of completing the process in 2027 to prevent political confusion with the 2028 elections. Security issues in certain areas remain a major obstacle, but the government is working with UNFPA and leveraging technology to reach hard-to-access populations.