Title: The worrying situation of displaced persons in the Babyali-Tchabi chiefdom: an urgent appeal to the government to facilitate their return
Introduction :
Since 2020, many civilians have been forced to abandon their villages in the Babyali-Tchabi chiefdom, due to the horrors of war. These displaced people are now encountering enormous difficulties in returning to their places of origin. The chef de la chefferie, Étienne Babanilau, appealed to the provincial government to take measures to facilitate the transport of these people to Tchabi. While the security situation seems relatively calm in several villages, many displaced people express the desire to return to their homes. It is therefore urgent that concrete actions be taken to help these vulnerable populations.
The context of forced displacement:
Since the end of 2022, the inhabitants of the Babyali-Tchabi chiefdom have started to return to their villages, two years after having abandoned them following the repeated incursions by Ugandan terrorists from the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) and their auxiliaries. Unfortunately, many challenges hinder their return and jeopardize their reintegration into their communities of origin.
Transport difficulties:
One of the main obstacles facing the displaced is the lack of transport options. Since most of them are in Komanda, in the Walendu-Bindi chiefdom, and in Bunia, it is essential to find solutions to transport them safely and efficiently to Tchabi. The provincial government must play a key role in providing adequate means of transport to facilitate the return of these displaced persons.
The appeal to the provincial government:
Étienne Babanilau, head of the Babyali-Tchabi chiefdom, insists on the urgency of intervening to meet the needs of these populations. He recalls that the security situation has stabilized in many villages, which encourages the displaced to want to return home. It is therefore essential that the provincial government take concrete measures to facilitate their return and ensure their reintegration into their communities.
Conclusion :
The worrying situation of the displaced in the Babyali-Tchabi chiefdom requires urgent action from the provincial government. It is crucial to find solutions to facilitate the transport of these people to their villages of origin and to ensure their reintegration into their communities. By responding to this appeal, the government will be able to provide essential assistance to these vulnerable populations who aspire to return to a normal life after the hardships of war