During the night from Friday to Saturday, a tragedy struck the village of Kyanganda, located in the Manzia group, in the Lubero territory, in the province of North Kivu. An attack by armed men cost the lives of at least 14 civilians, according to information provided by local civil society.
This tragedy highlights the increasing violence and insecurity plaguing the region, with devastating consequences for the civilian population. Residents of this area face recurring attacks and growing insecurity, endangering their lives and well-being.
The reaction of local authorities, in particular the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC), to this upsurge in violence, has been singled out by civil society. The observation is alarming: a lack of responsiveness and consideration of the alerts issued by residents regarding the imminent threats weighing on them.
The disappearance of people, the burning of houses, the massive displacement of the population in search of safety are all disastrous consequences of this new attack. Local authorities, like the administrator of the Lubero territory, are calling for unity and cooperation from the population to counter this barbarity.
Faced with this worrying situation, it is imperative that the authorities strengthen security measures in order to protect civilians and ensure their well-being. Trust between the population and the security forces is essential to stand together against these negative forces trying to sow terror and chaos.
Calling for unity, resilience and collaboration between different actors is crucial to confronting such a threat. Concerted actions by the population, local authorities and security forces are essential to guarantee security and stability in the North Kivu region.
It is essential that concrete measures are taken to put an end to this spiral of violence and insecurity, and to ensure the protection of the most vulnerable civilians. The unity and solidarity of all stakeholders are essential to overcome these challenges and build a more secure future for the people of the Lubero region.