Article: Insecurity persists in the Kwango province: the presence of Mobondo militiamen is increasing in the Makengo grouping
Since the tragic attack on the “United States” village last week, Kwango province has been facing increased insecurity. The Mobondo militiamen, responsible for this attack, now seem to have established their presence in the Makengo grouping, not far from RN 1.
According to information collected, these militiamen erected barriers at the entrance to villages, thus preventing the free movement of residents. In addition, they engage in acts of racketeering by demanding sums of money from villagers to allow them to move around. Residents thus find themselves held hostage and can no longer go about their daily activities in complete safety.
These militiamen notably erected a barrier at the entrance to the Kabuba village, on the RN 1, with the aim of taking control of new villages. This situation is worrying for the provincial authorities of Kwango.
The spokesperson for the provincial government, Me Adelar Nkisi, warns of the seriousness of the situation: “The Mobondo group has entrenched itself in the Makengo grouping, at the entrance to Kabuba. They have taken several villages practically hostage and They have erected several barriers there, so that access is not easy. The villagers gain access through control and with a lot of harassment.”
This escalation of insecurity comes only four months after a period of relative calm in Kwango province. Efforts had been made to ensure the safety of residents, but these latest events show that much remains to be done to ensure stability in the region.
It is important that the relevant authorities take urgent measures to respond to this situation and guarantee the safety of local populations. Restoring order and tranquility in Kwango province is essential to allow residents to go about their daily lives without fear.
This situation also highlights the need for enhanced cooperation between different government entities to combat militias and restore peace in this troubled region. Insecurity cannot be resolved by the isolated efforts of a single actor, but requires a coordinated and collective approach.
In conclusion, the presence of Mobondo militiamen in the Makengo group and their advance in Kwango province are worrying. It is essential that concrete actions are taken to restore security and protect local populations. Cooperation between provincial and national authorities is essential to end this threat and allow residents to live in peace in their region.