Abductions in Kinshasa: a worrying situation that arouses psychosis in the population
For some time, Kinshasa has been faced with a worrying increase in cases of kidnappings. This wave of criminality has created a veritable psychosis within the population, which now lives in fear and worry.
The testimonies collected by the editorial staff of CONGOPROFOND. NET community report several recent kidnapping cases. Marcel Muamba, resident of the commune of Masina, tells us the story of his cousin who was kidnapped by armed men in a taxi. For three days, he was held hostage before being released against a $500 ransom paid by Mobile Money.
This story is unfortunately not an isolated case. In the district of Marcel, three other kidnappings were reported, with the sad outcome of a death. The population is immersed in a deep sense of fear and wonders who will be the next victim.
It is important to point out that these kidnappings are carried out mainly using yellow taxis, commonly known as “Ketches”. This situation has led the population to express their concerns to the authorities, demanding strict measures to put an end to this scourge.
Police recently arrested and convicted about 30 gang members responsible for the kidnappings. However, the population doubts the effectiveness of the police, because the cases continue to multiply despite the actions taken.
Faced with this situation, a climate of mistrust has settled in the capital. It has become difficult to identify safe taxis, which breeds mistrust on the part of both drivers and customers. Taxi drivers, already struggling to find customers, are seeing their livelihoods threatened.
The competent authorities, in particular the ministers of the interior at the national and provincial level, must act quickly and firmly to put an end to this worrying phenomenon.
There is an urgent need to reassure the population and restore a sense of security. Kinshasa people live in constant fear of becoming the next victims of this wave of kidnappings. It is time to take drastic measures to protect citizens and help them regain the tranquility and confidence that have been taken away from them.
Miradie ODIA (Trainee)/ CONGOPROFOND. NET.
Conclusion :
This new article sheds light on the alarming situation of kidnappings in Kinshasa, which is causing real psychosis in the population. By providing concrete testimonies and highlighting the inefficiency of the authorities in curbing this scourge, the article highlights the urgency of acting to ensure the safety of the inhabitants. He also insists on the negative impact of this insecurity on the local economy, jeopardizing the livelihood of taxi drivers.. By proposing drastic measures, he calls on the authorities to take their responsibilities to restore a climate of confidence and tranquility in the Congolese capital