Organ trafficking is a serious and worrying subject that has recently made headlines in Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Allegations of human organ trafficking have caused great concern among the population, but the Congolese government has categorically denied these reports.
In a press conference, Deputy Health Minister Serge Olene explained that organ trafficking and transplantation require specialized infrastructure and advanced medical expertise. He underlined that Kinshasa does not have these infrastructures to preserve the taken organs, and that there are not either the necessary resources to carry out the tests of compatibility preliminary to the transplants.
The Deputy Minister also recalled that the organs have a limited lifespan once removed, which makes their transport and transplantation complex and requiring great expertise. He assured that the DRC has neither the expertise nor the necessary infrastructure to carry out such operations.
Despite government denials, the people of Kinshasa have been living in fear since the arrest of suspected criminals involved in kidnappings and acts of violence. Some of these criminals reportedly confessed to removing organs from their victims before burying them to cover their tracks. However, no concrete evidence has been found to support these claims.
In the streets of the Congolese capital, mistrust now reigns, in particular towards taxi drivers commonly known as “Ketches”, who are allegedly involved in these criminal activities. The authorities have set up patrols and checkpoints to track down criminals, but psychosis persists among the population.
It is essential to exercise caution and wait for tangible proof before believing the rumors circulating about organ trafficking in Kinshasa. It is important to trust the competent authorities to carry out thorough investigations and shed light on this matter.
In the meantime, the population of Kinshasa must remain vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to the authorities. Everyone’s safety and well-being must come first, and supporting each other in these difficult times is essential.