Demonstration in Goma following the murder of a telephone credit dealer
Goma, a city located in the North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, was the scene of a demonstration last Saturday. The population of the Kyeshero district expressed their anger and their fed up following the murder of a young phone credit dealer.
The young man, Jordan Mugisho, was murdered while carrying out his activities in the neighborhood. This event aroused the indignation of the population who denounced the persistence of crime in this part of the city.
Residents of Kyeshero demonstrated their discontent by blocking streets in the neighborhood, creating palpable tension. The situation gradually calmed down thanks to the intervention of the national police who came to restore order.
Claude Rugo, the youth president of Karisimbi, strongly condemned this incident and denounced the crime plaguing the neighborhoods of Goma, in particular against credit dealers and money changers. He called on provincial authorities to take measures to find the perpetrators of these murders and put an end to the illegal circulation of weapons in the city of Goma.
This new act of violence once again highlights the security challenges that the population of Goma faces. Credit dealers and money changers are often targets of criminals, who seek to take their money or property.
It is essential that the authorities take concrete measures to ensure the safety of the inhabitants of Goma and effectively fight crime. Solutions such as strengthening police patrols, working with local communities and raising awareness of the dangers of crime are essential to ensure a safe and peaceful environment for all.
The protest in Goma following the murder of a phone credit dealer is a tragic reminder of the challenges the city’s residents face on a daily basis. It is imperative that concrete measures are taken to end this violence and ensure the safety of all. People deserve to live in an environment where they feel safe and protected. It is by working together, authorities and communities, that we can create a better future for Goma.