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War-displaced people from North Kivu call for a return to their lands of origin
For two to three years, the inhabitants of the territories of North Kivu have suffered moments of great suffering, forcibly displaced from their homes by the activities of the M23 rebels. Today, they express an urgent need to see their government act to reconquer the occupied localities and thus allow them to return to their villages and towns of origin.
The humanitarian organization APROCID highlights the extreme precariousness in which these thousands of displaced people find themselves, asking the current government of the DRC, led by Suminwa, to do everything possible to alleviate their suffering and to recover the areas occupied by the rebels. Innocent Tuyisabe, director of APROCID, emphasizes the urgency of the situation and highlights the unbearable living conditions in IDP camps such as those of Kanyarutshinya and Bulengo.
The testimonies of the displaced themselves are poignant. Unable to return home for years, they endure the harsh reality of the camps, facing multiple difficulties on a daily basis. The localities of Rutshuru and Masisi have been under M23 control for too long, leading to unacceptable acts of violence and abuse. The populations are victims of assassinations and live in constant fear.
Innocent Tuyisabe insists on the importance of restoring peace in the region to allow displaced people to return to their villages, rebuild their lives and live in security. With around 2.67 million displaced people recorded in the North Kivu region, the situation is critical and requires immediate action.
It is essential that the government of the DRC reacts firmly to guarantee the protection of the rights of local populations and ensure their return in dignified conditions. The reconstruction of areas affected by the conflict should be a top priority to establish a climate of peace and stability, allowing the inhabitants of North Kivu to regain hope and confidence in a better future.