The article on the arrest of journalist Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala in the Democratic Republic of Congo continues to provoke strong reactions. The embassies present in Kinshasa express their concern about this detention and underline the importance of freedom of the press and expression in a democracy.
The British Embassy in the DRC states: “We are concerned by the detention of journalist Stanis Bujakera, arrested for 2 days. Freedom of the press and expression are key values for democracy.”
For her part, the American ambassador accredited to the DRC, Lucy Tamlyn, expresses her deep concern over the detention of Congolese journalist Stanis Bujakera. She emphasizes that journalists should be able to carry out their work without fear of prosecution.
France, for its part, considers that freedom of expression and the right to information are fundamental pillars of any democracy. The French embassy in the DRC therefore affirms its deep concern about the detention of Stanis Bujakera.
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Belgium is closely monitoring the situation of journalist Stanis Bujakera and recalls that freedom of the press is one of the fundamental principles of democratic systems.
The European Union emphasizes that the rule of law and freedom of the press are fundamental principles of a democracy. She claims to be closely following the detention of journalist Stanis Bujakera.
Stanis Bujakera was arrested on September 8 as he was preparing to take a flight to Lubumbashi as part of his work as a journalist. He is accused of spreading false rumors and disseminating false information in connection with a report attributed to the National Intelligence Agency on the disappearance of a deputy, a report which was used in an article in the magazine Jeune Afrique.
This arrest and the accusations against Stanis Bujakera raise questions about press freedom in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The voices of foreign embassies are raised to defend freedom of expression and call for the release of the Congolese journalist.
It is essential to ensure an environment conducive to press freedom and to protect the work of journalists who play a crucial role in a democratic society. The detention of Stanis Bujakera underlines the importance of preserving these democratic values in the country and promoting a climate of freedom and respect for journalistic rights in all media spheres.
The situation of Stanis Bujakera remains to be closely monitored and should be an opportunity to reflect on the necessary measures to ensure freedom of the press in the Democratic Republic of Congo.. Foreign embassies will undoubtedly continue to support and advocate for the release of the Congolese journalist, as well as for the protection of fundamental rights related to freedom of expression and information.
In conclusion, the arrest of Stanis Bujakera Tshiamala is a case which provokes strong reactions both nationally and internationally. Freedom of the press and expression are key values for a healthy democracy and it is essential to guarantee an environment conducive to their exercise. The embassies present in Kinshasa express their concern and call for the release of the Congolese journalist. The outcome of this affair will be decisive for the future of journalism in the Democratic Republic of Congo.