Ministry of the Interior and Security (Democratic Republic of the Congo)

The Ministry of the Interior and Security (ministère de l'Intérieur et Sécurité la République démocratique du Congo) is a branch of the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo entrusted with upholding internal security, law enforcement, and administrative affairs within the country.

The Direction Générale de Migration (DGM "Direction General of Migration"), a department of the Ministry of the Interior and Security, has its main office located in Gombe, Kinshasa.

Missions
The Ministry of the Interior and Security shoulders a diverse range of critical responsibilities aimed at safeguarding the nation's stability, security, and well-being:

Coordinating government relations and political parties
The Ministry of the Interior and Security assumes the crucial role of fostering collaboration between members of the central government and provincial governors. This coordination ensures effective governance and a cohesive national vision. Furthermore, the ministry oversees the organization, operation, and approval of political parties and groups.

Population management and surveillance
The ministry monitors population movements and provides a safe haven for refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs).

Election preparation and disaster management
The Ministry of the Interior and Security closely collaborates with the Independent National Electoral Commission to plan and execute elections. Additionally, the ministry plays a central role in coordinating the response to natural disasters, working in conjunction with relevant ministries to minimize the impact of such events.

Ensuring public order and security
The ministry is responsible for maintaining public order and security, protecting individuals and their property. They oversee national security policies and formulate and execute strategies to safeguard the nation's interests.

Law enforcement and counter-terrorism
The Ministry of the Interior and Security exercises hierarchical power over the National Police and security services. In tandem, it implements a comprehensive counter-terrorism policy to combat threats to national security.

Border surveillance and beyond
The ministry is accountable for activities that extend beyond domestic frontiers, encompassing border surveillance and the regulation of non-citizens within the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This approach guarantees the security of the nation's boundaries are secure and immigration policies are administered judiciously.