Title: The impressive mobilization for the release of Jean-Marc Kabund
Introduction :
The trial of Jean-Marc Kabund, an emblematic figure of the Alliance for Change (A.CH) in the Democratic Republic of Congo, resumed on Monday August 7, 2023 in Kinshasa. At the same time, in Lubumbashi, his supporters mobilized to demand his release. The protest, which took place outside the courthouse, highlighted the extent of the support Kabund enjoys and highlighted the sense of injustice felt by his supporters.
The fight for justice:
Wearing banners with messages such as “free Jean-Marc Kabund”, A.CH militants invaded the courthouse in Lubumbashi to make their voices heard. The determination and the number of demonstrators testify to the importance of Jean-Marc Kabund in Congolese political life and the confidence he inspires in his supporters. For them, he is the victim of a flagrant injustice and they demand his immediate release.
A call that struggles to find an echo:
Despite their efforts, the members of the A.CH were unable to file their memo with the judicial authorities. Unfortunately, their request for release was not heard and they had to disperse without having achieved their objective. However, this demonstration testifies to the determination of the movement and its will to make itself heard, even in difficult circumstances.
Repression against the media:
On the sidelines of the demonstration, two local journalists were arrested at the Lubumbashi courthouse. After their hearing, they were eventually released, but this incident raises questions about press freedom and the crackdown on independent media in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Conclusion :
The demonstration in support of Jean-Marc Kabund in Lubumbashi bears witness to the extent of his influence and the mobilization of his supporters. Despite the difficulties encountered in making their voices heard, they continue to fight for his release and denounce the injustice of which he is a victim. This case also highlights the challenges faced by independent media in the country. Hopefully these protests will help advance the cause of Jean-Marc Kabund and promote a fairer justice system in the Democratic Republic of Congo