Title: New deadly ambush attributed to ADF rebels in Mapobu-Carrière: the civilian population in danger
Introduction :
A new tragedy is shaking the Beni region, in the north-east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. An ambush attributed to the rebels of the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) took place recently in the village of Mapobu-Carrière, causing numerous victims among the civilian population. This deplorable attack highlights the continuing threat that the ADF pose to the safety of the inhabitants of the region. In this article, we review the details of this ambush and address the growing concerns of civil society about the safety of the population.
The drama of Mapobu-Carrière:
According to information collected from reliable sources, an ambush perpetrated by the ADF rebels took place in Mapobu-Carriere, near the town of Oicha, in the territory of Beni. Although the exact toll has not yet been confirmed, many victims are to be deplored, including Mandela Muhithe, an eminent member of civil society as second vice-president of the Bambuba Kisiki core group, in the Beni sector. -Mbau. Mandela Muhithe was an activist committed to denouncing the atrocities committed by the ADF, which aroused great emotion within civil society in the territory of Beni.
The worrying security situation:
This new ambush raises serious concerns about the safety of the population in the Beni region. The ADF have reinforced their presence in the so-called “triangle of death”, comprising the areas of Nzuma-Mavivi, Kinziki-Mbau, Bilimani and Mapobu. Despite recent operations by the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC), which have enabled the neutralization of certain rebels, the threat persists. Civil society in Beni territory calls for concerted action to protect civilians and put an end to the violence perpetrated by the ADF.
Conclusion :
The deadly ambush in Mapobu-Carriere is a stark reminder of the violence that still plagues the Beni region. Civilians continue to pay a heavy price in the face of the threat of ADF rebels. It is urgent to act to strengthen the security of the population and put an end to the impunity enjoyed by armed groups