More than five hundred people find themselves homeless in Dungu-center (Haut-Uele) after being victims of flooding caused by the overflowing of the Kibali River. The situation is alarming and requires an urgent response.
Since last week, the town of Dungu has been experiencing torrential rains and strong winds, which caused the Kibali River to overflow. Many houses, schools and fields were destroyed. The affected residents find themselves homeless, forced to spend their nights under the stars.
The Dungu-Doruma Diocesan Justice and Peace Commission is sounding the alarm and requesting emergency assistance to help these vulnerable people. Father Jean-Pierre Bagudekya, head of this Catholic organization, appeals to government authorities, humanitarian organizations and anyone of good will to provide support.
In addition to the lack of homes, the floods also have an impact on the education of children in the region. Hundreds of them cannot go to school due to this emergency.
Faced with this humanitarian crisis, it is essential that school authorities take steps to relocate schools affected by flooding, so that students do not lose a school year already disrupted by other problems.
It is essential that the various stakeholders mobilize quickly to provide concrete assistance to the victims of Dungu-center. The stakes are considerable, both in terms of humanitarian aid and the reconstruction of destroyed infrastructure.
In conclusion, the situation in Dungu-center following the flooding of the Kibali River is alarming. Hundreds of people are left homeless and in need of emergency assistance. It is crucial that the authorities and humanitarian organizations respond quickly to this call to provide material and logistical support to these victims. The solidarity and commitment of all are essential to overcome this crisis and allow the inhabitants of Dungu to return to dignified living conditions.