Kwango civil society calls for roundtable to end violence caused by Mobondo militia
Kwango province is facing an alarming situation of violence perpetrated by the Mobondo militia. Faced with this, the consultation framework of local civil society called, this Wednesday, September 20, for the organization of a round table bringing together national and provincial authorities as well as representatives of the Mobondo militia in order to find solutions to this problem. problem that endangers the stability of the region.
Living conditions in Kwango province have deteriorated considerably since the emergence of the Mobondo phenomenon in Greater Bandundu. Kwango civil society expresses its dismay at this untenable situation. Symphorien Kwengo, vice-president of Kwango civil society, says: “We will never stop pleading with national and provincial authorities for a round table to be organized. It is essential that stakeholders meet to confront the members of the Mobondo militia and ask them what they are really looking for when they take life so easily.”
Attacks by the Mobondo militia have become increasingly frequent and deadly. “Every two or three weeks, the Mobondo kill,” laments Symphorien Kwengo. According to him, the Mobondo militia is a phenomenon created from scratch by certain people who profit from it. It is therefore essential to engage in dialogue in order to understand the motivations of militia members and find lasting solutions.
This request comes three days after an attack by the Mobondo militia in the village of Muloshie, in Kenge territory, during which 15 soldiers from the 11th military region of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo were killed.
It is crucial that national and provincial authorities and representatives of the Mobondo militia together find concrete measures to put an end to this violence which continues to rage in Kwango province. Holding a round table would make it possible to open a constructive dialogue and implement effective actions to restore peace and security in the region.
In conclusion, the situation of violence caused by the Mobondo militia in Kwango province must be addressed urgently. Civil society’s demand to organize a round table bringing together all stakeholders is a crucial step towards resolving this conflict. It is imperative that authorities and representatives of the Mobondo militia work together to end this violence and ensure the safety of Kwango residents.