Kidnappings in Kinshasa: a growing psychosis
For some time, the threat of kidnappings in Kinshasa has been growing, creating widespread concern among residents. Numerous testimonies collected by the editorial staff of CONGOPROFOND.NET confirm that this situation of growing insecurity has plunged the population into fear.
Marcel Muamba, a resident of the town of Masina, recounts the kidnapping of his cousin by armed men in a taxi. He was held in secret for three days before being released against a $500 ransom paid by Mobile Money. Also in his neighborhood, several cases of kidnappings have been reported, including one that unfortunately ended in the death of the victim. This situation frightens the population, who wonders who will be the next target.
Kidnappings are often carried out using yellow taxis, commonly known as “Ketches”. This situation has created a general climate of mistrust, making it difficult to identify trusted taxis. Residents live in fear and are calling on the authorities to take drastic measures to end this wave of crime.
The police recently arrested around 30 suspects, but that was not enough to reassure the population. Indeed, the arrest of the culprits did not curb the multiplication of kidnappings, which raises questions about the effectiveness of the police in the fight against this phenomenon. The population feels abandoned and demands more decisive action.
This situation of insecurity also has an economic impact, as it has led to widespread distrust of taxis. Taxi drivers are struggling to get customers, putting their livelihoods at risk.
It is urgent that the competent authorities, in particular the Ministers of the Interior, take effective measures to put an end to this series of kidnappings. The population is asking for a reinforced police presence and concrete actions to restore security in the capital.
In conclusion, the multiplication of kidnappings in Kinshasa has sown psychosis and anxiety among the population. The inhabitants live in constant fear of being the next victims. It is essential that the authorities take effective measures to put an end to this criminal phenomenon and restore security in the Congolese capital