Repeated kidnappings in the village of Bapakombe-Bakondo-Mayangose, Beni territory, North Kivu
For several weeks, the village of Bapakombe-Bakondo-Mayangose, located in the territory of Beni, in North Kivu, has been plagued by a series of kidnappings. According to local authorities, at least five farmers were kidnapped and released after paying ransoms in the space of just ten days.
The local chief, Alphonse Bin Kitobi Atchou, reported this information during a security meeting with the Congolese armed forces (FARDC), local notables and farmers in the region. The perpetrators of these kidnappings still remain unknown, which has created an atmosphere of psychosis in the area.
To restore security in the village and its surroundings, measures have been taken. First of all, it was decided to strengthen control of population movements. The main recommendation is not to travel alone, but in groups of at least ten people, in order to minimize the risk of kidnapping for isolated people. Additionally, collaboration and communication between the local population and the FARDC were encouraged. It was also agreed to strengthen patrols of the armed forces in the region to definitively eradicate this group of kidnappers.
These measures aim to restore the confidence and security of the residents of Bapakombe-Bakondo-Mayangose. Repeated kidnappings have seriously disrupted the tranquility and daily lives of farmers, who live in constant fear of being targeted.
The situation also highlights the importance of strengthening efforts to combat insecurity in the North Kivu region. Local authorities and security forces must redouble their efforts to identify and neutralize armed groups that fuel instability and terrorize the population.
In conclusion, the recent series of kidnappings in the village of Bapakombe-Bakondo-Mayangose are a stark reminder of the need to strengthen security in the North Kivu region. It is essential to end the impunity of the perpetrators of these criminal acts and provide a safe and peaceful environment for the people of the region. Cooperation between the local population, security forces and authorities is crucial to effectively combat these threats and restore trust within the community.