Title: The mayors of Kinshasa questioned by the Ministry of the Interior on security and sanitation
Introduction :
The Ministry of the Interior, Security and Customary Affairs recently organized a meeting with the mayors and deputy mayors of the city-province of Kinshasa to discuss the security situation and sanitation in the communes. Minister Peter Kazadi expressed his concern about the resurgence of urban banditry, commonly known as “Kuluna”, and called on mayors to become more involved in the fight against this phenomenon. This meeting also addressed the socio-professional situation of mayors and the measures to be taken to improve their treatment.
Mayors complicit in urban banditry:
Minister Peter Kazadi highlighted the lack of involvement of mayors in the fight against urban banditry. According to him, bandits often operate with complete impunity in the neighborhoods, which demonstrates a certain complicity of local authorities. He urged mayors to organize denunciation actions and take responsibility for securing their communities.
A call for good management and exemplary behavior:
The minister also called on mayors to abandon harmful practices criticized by the population. He reminded them of their role as role models and encouraged them to avoid past mistakes in order to earn the trust of residents. He stressed that mayors must inspire society and behave in an exemplary manner.
Improvement in the socio-professional situation of mayors:
Concerning the socio-professional situation of mayors, Minister Kazadi promised to get involved so that they benefit from adequate treatment. He pledged to bring their voice to the competent authorities and to work to ensure that the police at the municipal level have the necessary equipment to effectively combat insecurity.
Positive reaction from mayors:
The mayors present expressed their satisfaction with this meeting and the commitments made by the minister. They claimed to have presented their problems and their expectations, and welcomed the responses already provided as well as the promises made to take their demands to the appropriate authorities.
Conclusion :
The meeting between the Ministry of the Interior and the mayors of Kinshasa highlighted the challenges linked to security and sanitation in the city’s municipalities. She underlined the importance of the involvement of mayors in the fight against urban banditry and highlighted the need for rigorous and exemplary management of municipalities. This meeting also opened the way for discussions on improving the socio-professional situation of mayors, with the promise of concrete action on the part of the Ministry of the Interior.