It is undeniable that the question of motorcycle circulation after 6 p.m. in the city of Goma arouses passionate debates among motorcycle taxi drivers. While some of them express their frustration with the ban put in place by local authorities, others strongly support the need for this measure to ensure the safety of the city’s residents.
Principal Superior Commissioner Faustin Kapend Kamand, interim mayor of Goma, took the decision in a bid to combat the growing insecurity plaguing the region. The burglaries, thefts and assassinations perpetrated by armed bandits have sowed terror among the population, thus justifying such a restriction of movement.
However, from the point of view of motorcycle taxi drivers, this measure represents a real headache. Indeed, for these workers, every minute counts and the restriction of movement after 6 p.m. hinders their ability to generate income essential for their survival. Many of them complain about the disastrous economic consequences of this ban and the financial losses they suffer.
It is legitimate to question the real impact of this measure on the security of the inhabitants of Goma. Motorcycle taxi drivers emphasize that they are not responsible for the criminal acts committed in the city and ask the authorities to find other ways to ensure the protection of citizens, without compromising their livelihood.
It is essential that the debate around this issue results in a balanced solution that guarantees both the safety of the residents of Goma and the livelihoods of workers in the motorcycle sector. Cooperation between local authorities, law enforcement and motorcycle taxi drivers is essential to reach a compromise acceptable to all.
In conclusion, the issue of motorcycle circulation after 6 p.m. in Goma raises complex and delicate issues. It is imperative to balance public safety with the economic needs of informal sector workers to ensure a safe and prosperous environment for all city residents.