UN
United Nations Peacekeeping
3 Mar
2009
MONUC funds two Quick Impact Projects in Kisangani
The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for the DRC, William Lacy Swing, was present at the inauguration of two renovated premises, funded by MONUC Quick Impact Programme, on Friday 23 January 2004 in Kisangani: One center, intended for the deaf, known as "Centre Espoir des Sourds" and one University residence known as Boyoma 1.
Initiated on 29 September 2003, the rehabilitation work on the 'Centre Espoir des Sourds' was completed on 21 January 2004, the total cost of which is approximately 13,000 US dollars. The premises are intended to be used as a joiner's workshop. Furthermore, various equipment was donated to the center, including a combiner, one spindle molder, a mortaring machine, planers, belts, saws, hammers, etc. This equipment will facilitate a swift execution of the'work and will also help save time, generate training and productive activities and maximize income'. Over 450 people living with physical challenges and their families will benefit by the project.
Regarding the Boyoma 1 residence of Kisangani University, it took four months to rehabilitate the roof, to renovate the panes of glass, to reinstall electrical wiring and water supply systems, renovate the sanitary system and paint all the premises. Thanks to the 30,000-dollar project, 190 students will benefit from decent living and hygienic conditions.
'MONUC action should be seen in a more global context with a view to mobilizing the International Community, supporting the Congolese efforts for reconstruction,' indicated Mr. Swing during the day's inauguration ceremonies. « It is essential to recognize the efforts of the people living with handicaps and the vulnerable groups in general. They should continually be supported by the administrative authorities and the civil society as a whole», he told the hearing-impaired of the 'Centre Espoir' in Kisangani. The MONUC chief encouraged them to continue showing their willingness to work and promote themselves.
He urged the students to put the Boyoma 1 residence to good use. « The premises will fully serve the purpose it was designed for, provided the University students and officials show a good attitude towards maintaining it», he highlighted.
The Moroccan Ambassador to the DRC, Representatives of the United Nations Agencies in Kisangani and the Governor of the Eastern Province enhanced both ceremonies by their presence.
The rehabilitation work achieved is part of the Quick Impact Projects (QUIPS) launched by MONUC in June 2001. MONUC has over 100 projects implemented throughout the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 15 of which in favor of the city of Kisangani. The number of Congolese having benefited by the achieved projects in the amount of 1.5 million dollars are estimated at over two million to date.
Regarding the Boyoma 1 residence of Kisangani University, it took four months to rehabilitate the roof, to renovate the panes of glass, to reinstall electrical wiring and water supply systems, renovate the sanitary system and paint all the premises. Thanks to the 30,000-dollar project, 190 students will benefit from decent living and hygienic conditions.
'MONUC action should be seen in a more global context with a view to mobilizing the International Community, supporting the Congolese efforts for reconstruction,' indicated Mr. Swing during the day's inauguration ceremonies. « It is essential to recognize the efforts of the people living with handicaps and the vulnerable groups in general. They should continually be supported by the administrative authorities and the civil society as a whole», he told the hearing-impaired of the 'Centre Espoir' in Kisangani. The MONUC chief encouraged them to continue showing their willingness to work and promote themselves.
He urged the students to put the Boyoma 1 residence to good use. « The premises will fully serve the purpose it was designed for, provided the University students and officials show a good attitude towards maintaining it», he highlighted.
The Moroccan Ambassador to the DRC, Representatives of the United Nations Agencies in Kisangani and the Governor of the Eastern Province enhanced both ceremonies by their presence.
The rehabilitation work achieved is part of the Quick Impact Projects (QUIPS) launched by MONUC in June 2001. MONUC has over 100 projects implemented throughout the Democratic Republic of the Congo, 15 of which in favor of the city of Kisangani. The number of Congolese having benefited by the achieved projects in the amount of 1.5 million dollars are estimated at over two million to date.
