The illegal annexation of the Mungo village by Uganda near Bunagana, a worrying situation in the DRC
Since the illegal occupation of the border town of Bunagana by the Rwandan-backed terrorist group M23, alarming new information has emerged. According to local sources, cross-border markers with Uganda were moved, leading to the fraudulent annexation of parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo by Uganda.
The villages of Mungo, located near Bunagana, and Musezero hill are particularly affected by this annexation. Boundaries were placed by the Ugandan authorities, leading to an extension of Uganda’s border by approximately 3 kilometers inside Congolese territory. This situation has direct repercussions on local populations, who find themselves prevented from accessing their fields, now annexed by neighboring Uganda.
A local elected official confirmed this alarming information and calls for urgent action to free these territories illegally occupied by the M23. He emphasizes the importance of recovering these areas, whether through diplomacy or by force if necessary.
This situation is taking place in an area under the control of the Ugandan contingent, which intervenes in the DRC as part of the East African Community (EAC). This Ugandan presence raises questions about Uganda’s real intentions in this region and highlights the need for increased vigilance on the part of the Congolese authorities and the international community.
The annexation of Mungo and Musezero by Uganda is a striking example of the devastating consequences of illegal occupation by terrorist groups supported by neighboring countries. This situation endangers the territorial integrity of the DRC and compromises the security and rights of local populations.
It is essential that the international community, particularly countries in the region, strongly condemn these actions and actively support the DRC in its efforts to protect its territory and ensure the security of its inhabitants. Regional and international cooperation is essential to resolve border conflicts and prevent such illegal annexations in the future.
In conclusion, this illegal annexation of the Mungo village by Uganda is a blatant example of the challenges facing the DRC in terms of security and territorial integrity. It is essential to highlight these violations and work together to find lasting solutions that guarantee peace, security and the rights of local populations.