By: Trokon Wrepue – trokon1992seokin@gmail.com
DR CONGO – Her Royal Majesty Queen Diambi Kabatusuila Tshiyoyo Muata, traditional monarch of the Bakwa Luntu people in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has voiced her strong support for the upcoming 5th Africa Elders and Women Intercultural Dialogue.
The event will take place in Accra, Ghana, from July 29 to August 1, 2025, under the theme: “Born Free – Exploring the Political, Social, Economic, and Cultural Intricacies Sponsoring Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling in Today’s Africa.”
Organized by the All Africa Media Network (AAMN) in collaboration with SHEROES International Sisterhood and Global Africans Against Slavery, the dialogue seeks to galvanize pan-African action on human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and gender-based violence.
In a letter dated June 20, 2025, Queen Diambi praised the organizers for their commitment to justice, equality, and cultural renewal. She highlighted their significant role in advancing legal reforms and building a more equitable future for African women and girls.
“I am consistently impressed by their dedication to creating a safer and more equitable society for African women and girls,” she wrote.
Crowned in August 2017, Queen Diambi holds the title Mukalenga Mukaji wa Nkashama wa Bakwa Luntu wa Baluba wa Kasaï wa Congo, meaning “Woman King of the Order of the Leopard.” Born in Belgium to a Belgian mother and a Congolese diplomat father, she spent her childhood in Kinshasa.
Her academic background includes a BA in Business Finance and Economics (College of Staten Island, 1992 Valedictorian), an MA in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling (Lynn University), and a Doctorate in Public Administration (Adam Smith University).
As a humanitarian, Queen Diambi founded the Elikia Hope Foundation, which has supported over 40,000 homeless children in Kinshasa through access to clean water, healthcare, education, and vocational training. Her foundation also champions environmental protection, rural development, and cultural heritage preservation.
A sought-after global speaker, she has addressed forums including the World Economic Forum in Davos, Oxford Union, and University of Exeter, consistently advocating for identity restoration and development grounded in African cultural contexts.
“Their work serves as a beacon of hope for a brighter future for African women and girls and deserves our every support,” Queen Diambi emphasized. She also stressed the importance of strong partnerships in achieving lasting change.
Queen Diambi’s influence stretches across continents. She holds honorary royal titles in Brazil and Panama, symbolizing her commitment to the African diaspora. She serves on various international boards and councils focused on environmental sustainability, indigenous rights, and climate advocacy.
Her letter adds a powerful moral and cultural voice to the upcoming dialogue, which is expected to draw elders, traditional leaders, women’s organizations, and policymakers to craft actionable solutions to trafficking and gender-based violence.
Queen Diambi’s message underscores a broader Pan-African movement rooted in justice, dignity, and women’s empowerment. Her leadership—grounded in tradition, education, and compassion—embodies the potential of African-led, culturally anchored responses to the continent’s pressing challenges.
