Human rights in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continue to be seriously violated, according to a recent report by the United Nations Joint Human Rights Office (UNJHRO). This report mentions 418 documented violations throughout the Congolese territory, which represents an increase of 16% compared to the previous month.
Among these violations, the right to life is the most affected, with 313 victims recorded, including 276 extrajudicial and summary executions. Armed groups are responsible for 64% of these human rights abuses, or 266 violations in total. However, the report also points out that state agents represent 36% of these violations, with 152 cases recorded.
This situation is particularly worrying in the provinces affected by the conflicts, where 75% of violations are committed by armed groups. Summary executions are on the increase there, with 247 victims deplored this month, against 230 the previous month.
The UNJHRO did not fail to underline its support for the Congolese authorities in their fight against impunity and welcomed the convictions pronounced against those responsible for human rights violations. Among these convictions, that of Munyololo Mbao, alias Ndarumanga, former leader of the armed group “Raiya Mutomboki”, who was convicted of crimes against humanity, in particular the crime of forced pregnancy.
Despite these efforts, it is clear that human rights violations in the DRC remain a major problem, endangering the lives and dignity of Congolese people. It is essential that additional measures are taken to guarantee the protection of the fundamental rights of all citizens and to put an end to the impunity of the perpetrators of these violations.
In conclusion, it is crucial that the international community continue to closely monitor the human rights situation in the DRC and support initiatives aimed at ending these violations. Only concerted action by all the actors concerned will guarantee a future respectful of human rights for the Congolese population