The “Wazalendo” fighters: a worrying situation in Munigi
In Munigi, in the North Kivu region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, an exchange of fire between fighters called “Wazalendo” resulted in the death of one person and the serious injury of another. This incident occurred during an argument in a drinking establishment, creating psychosis in the surrounding villages.
These fighters are part of local armed groups opposing the M23 rebellion. However, their presence causes confusion and concern among local populations. In fact, they pose as members engaged in operations against the M23, thus generating abuse and compromising the security of residents.
The secretary rapporteur of civil society, Thierry Gasisiro, calls on the authorities to take measures to effectively manage these armed fighters. He stresses the importance of distinguishing between real combatants engaged in operations and those seeking to take advantage of this situation to sow chaos.
The situation in Munigi demonstrates the complexity of the security situation in this region of the DRC. It is crucial that authorities take concrete steps to end this confusion and ensure the safety of local populations.
The presence of these armed groups constitutes a major challenge for the stabilization of the region. It is imperative to put in place control and monitoring systems to prevent abuses and ensure the protection of civilians.
In conclusion, the situation of the “Wazalendo” fighters in Munigi is worrying. Urgent action must be taken to end the confusion and ensure the safety of local populations. The effective management of these armed groups is essential to ensure the stabilization of the North Kivu region.