News: Transfer of surrendered militiamen from the Kilima armed group to the village of Kasambodo
In an effort to restore peace and security, the Disarmament, Demobilization, Community and Social Reintegration Program (P-DDRCS) announced the forthcoming transfer of two hundred and fifty (250) militiamen surrendered from the Kilima armed group to the village of Kasambodo, in the region of Tanganyika. This announcement was made during a meeting between a mixed P-DDRCS-FARDC delegation, led by Dr. Simon Kapoya, and Kasambodo village chief, Imidi Mwela Morisho.
Preparatory work on the Kasambodo site, located 22 km from Kalemie, has already begun with the technical support of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the DDR section of the United Nations integrated office. This work includes the demarcation of 245 hectares and the construction of the necessary infrastructure to ensure good living conditions for the transferred militiamen.
The choice of the village of Kasambodo as a place of reception is part of a process of community and social reintegration of ex-militiamen. Indeed, it is a pilot agricultural farm managed by the surrounding population. Thus, the militiamen will be able to benefit from training and employment opportunities in the field of agriculture, promoting their reintegration into society.
This transfer marks a significant step forward in the process of disarmament and reintegration of armed groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It testifies to the efforts made by the P-DDRCS, in collaboration with the Congolese armed forces, to bring peace to the regions affected by the conflicts.
However, it is important to emphasize that the reintegration of former militiamen is not limited solely to the economic aspect. Measures must also be taken to guarantee their access to justice, promote their reconciliation with affected communities and prevent any form of recidivism.
In conclusion, the transfer of the surrendered militiamen of the armed group Kilima to the village of Kasambodo is a crucial step in the process of disarmament and reintegration in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It testifies to the will of the authorities to put an end to the violence and to promote national reconciliation. However, it is necessary to remain vigilant and to put in place effective mechanisms to ensure the success of this approach and avoid any return to instability