In a recent significant development within civilian protection operations in Kamanyola and its vicinity, MONUSCO officially donated two Nissan Patrol field vehicles to the Congolese national police station in South Kivu. This gesture is part of MONUSCO’s gradual disengagement from its mission in the province.
The provision of these two jeeps is aimed at enhancing the mobility and operational efficacy of police activities in Kamanyola. Prior to this donation, the PNC special unit stationed in the region grappled with severe mobility constraints, which hindered its response capabilities in key areas such as the Ngomo escarpments, the border along the Ruzizi River with Rwanda and Burundi, and towards Luvungi and Bwegera in the Ruzizi plain.
Lieutenant-Colonel Bakuka Ngolikwenda Donat, the unit’s commander, expressed his satisfaction with this acquisition. He emphasized the critical role of mobility in conducting security operations and safeguarding civilians. With the addition of these new vehicles, the unit can reinforce its patrols and escalate its efforts on the ground, contributing to eliminating potential threats to the local population.
The handover ceremony of the two jeeps was graced by the presence of the head of the MONUSCO Uvira sub-office, Kassimi Bamba, and the provincial minister of ITPR, Gaston Cissa wa Numbe. This collaborative effort between MONUSCO and Congolese authorities underscores a shared commitment to bolster security and stability in the region.
In essence, this initiative by MONUSCO underscores its unwavering dedication to security and civilian protection in South Kivu province. The two field vehicles provided serve as a valuable asset in enhancing the operational capacities of the PNC in Kamanyola, thereby aiding in the consolidation of peace within the region.