Title: Bloody attacks by ADF jihadist rebels in the villages of Mambasa in the DRC
Introduction :
The security situation in the Mambasa region, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has become increasingly worrying following a double attack perpetrated by ADF jihadist rebels. These attacks took place in two villages, causing the death of several people and sowing terror among the population. In this article, we will return to the details of these attacks and the security situation in the region.
Deadly attacks:
On Sunday January 14, 2024, ADF jihadist rebels launched a simultaneous attack in two villages in Mambasa territory. The locality of Babungwe, located in the Babila Bakwanza chiefdom, was the first target of this horde of jihadists. Eight people were killed in the attack, leaving behind dismay and mourning within the community.
A few hours later, the same rebels attacked the Bangolo neighborhood at the Biakato shopping center, in the Babili Babombi chiefdom. This attack resulted in the death of one person and the looting of shops and businesses by the jihadists. The residents, already traumatized by these successive attacks, now live in constant fear of new attacks.
Civil society calls for action:
Faced with this escalation of violence, civil society in the Mambasa region denounces the failure to take into account the population’s alerts by the security services. Residents had reported the suspicious presence of armed groups in the region, but no measures were taken to prevent these deadly attacks. Local and national authorities are strongly criticized for their lack of responsiveness and strategy to combat this terrorist threat.
The flight of populations:
Faced with the seriousness of the insecurity that reigns in their region, many residents are forced to leave their villages to seek refuge in areas considered more secure. Local and humanitarian authorities are facing a major challenge in meeting the needs of these displaced populations, who have lost everything and find themselves in a situation of great vulnerability.
Conclusion :
Attacks perpetrated by ADF jihadist rebels in the villages of Mambasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo have caused the deaths of several people and plunged the region into insecurity. The authorities must take urgent measures to protect civilians and put in place effective strategies to combat this terrorist threat. National and international solidarity is also necessary to support displaced populations and enable them to rebuild their lives in a safe environment.