Humanitarian crisis in the DRC: Call for help for those displaced by war in Mbau and Mavivi

Fatshimetrie: War displaced persons in Mbau and Mavivi in ​​the DRC

The security crisis plaguing the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo is leading to massive population displacements, thus endangering the lives of thousands of people forced to flee their homes. According to information collected, around 8,000 war-displaced people find themselves without any humanitarian assistance in Mbau and Mavivi, two localities located along national road no. 4, between the town of Béni and Oïcha, capital of the Béni territory. in the province of North Kivu.

Louis Katembo, president of the civil society of the Batangi-Mbau group, is sounding the alarm about the precarious situation of these displaced people. They mainly come from the Mbau-Mantumbi axis, fleeing incessant attacks by ADF rebels. These people, including women, men and children, have been surviving for two months without any assistance. He calls on government authorities as well as humanitarian organizations to come to the aid of these vulnerable populations.

Faced with this alarming situation, many actors involved in the restoration of peace underline the importance for the Congolese armed forces to intensify security operations in remote areas of the Batangi-Mbau grouping. It is imperative to act quickly to put an end to rebel attacks and ensure the protection of displaced civilians.

The humanitarian crisis in eastern DRC requires urgent mobilization from the international community and the Congolese authorities. It is essential to guarantee security, protection and humanitarian assistance to displaced populations who find themselves destitute and vulnerable in difficult conditions. It is time to act together to put an end to this tragedy that has continued for too long.

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