Title: The peaceful march of displaced people from Kwamouth to obtain better living conditions
Introduction :
On Wednesday October 11, a peaceful march was organized by displaced people from Kwamouth, who fled the violence between the Teke and Yaka communities. Currently refugees in the town of Bandundu, in the province of Kwilu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, they denounced their deplorable living conditions during this demonstration. This action aims to draw the attention of the authorities to their situation and to request concrete measures to improve their lot.
Precarious living conditions:
The displaced people of Kwamouth have lived in precarious social and economic conditions since their arrival in Bandundu. They reported a lack of assistance from authorities and lamented the high number of deaths among their community. Indeed, since their installation, they have recorded 69 deaths, including 33 children and 27 adults. This sad assessment highlights the urgency of finding solutions to guarantee their survival and well-being.
A call to the government:
During the peaceful march, the displaced asked the government to provide them with the financial resources necessary to return to their villages of origin in complete safety. They feel they have been abandoned and want to return to a normal life far from the violence and difficulties encountered in Bandundu. This demand was expressed in a memorandum read to the Kwilu provincial assembly.
The promise of a political relay:
The representative of the president of the provincial assembly of Kwilu made a commitment to transmit the grievances of the displaced to his hierarchy. He pledged to do everything possible to ensure that their concerns were addressed and appropriate action taken. This communication between the displaced and local authorities is crucial to finding lasting solutions to this humanitarian crisis.
The importance of humanitarian assistance:
The displaced in Kwamouth face multiple challenges, from lack of food and clean water to limited access to health and education services. Emergency humanitarian assistance is therefore necessary to meet their immediate needs. Humanitarian organizations must work with local authorities to provide concrete aid and improve the living conditions of these displaced people.
Conclusion :
The peaceful march of displaced people from Kwamouth to Bandundu highlights the difficult living conditions they face. Their legitimate demand to obtain adequate assistance and financial resources to return to their villages of origin requires an urgent response from the authorities. It is essential that measures are taken to improve their situation and offer them a safer and more stable future. Solidarity and mutual assistance are essential to guarantee the well-being of all communities affected by conflict and forced displacement.