Fatshimetrie: Destruction of street lamps by unknown persons in Ruwenzori, North Kivu
In the Ruwenzori sector, in North Kivu, a worrying situation was recently denounced by the coordination of the New Congolese Civil Society (NSCC): the systematic destruction of street lamps installed by MONUSCO on various roads. These acts of vandalism, perpetrated for two months according to testimonies, raise serious concerns within the local community.
The street lamps, installed as part of public lighting to strengthen security in the region, are regularly stolen by unidentified individuals. The Bukoma-Kasusu, Mutwanga Bulongo, and the locality of Kakalari on the Mutwanga-Mwenda axis are particularly affected by this phenomenon. The disappearance of these installations not only has an impact on public lighting, but it has also contributed to an increase in nighttime banditry.
The coordinator of the New Congolese Civil Society, Meleki Mulala, strongly called on the relevant authorities to conduct thorough investigations to identify these perpetrators of vandalism. It is imperative that these individuals be brought to justice in order to prevent such incidents in the future. Meleki Mulala also stressed the importance of increased surveillance by the local population, especially the youth, to protect public property and maintain a secure environment.
This situation highlights the need for increased cooperation between local authorities, security forces and civil society to ensure the protection of public property and the safety of citizens. In the face of these deplorable acts of vandalism, it is essential that concrete measures be taken to preserve public order and guarantee the well-being of the community.
In conclusion, the destruction of street lights in Ruwenzori is a wake-up call that calls for collective and coordinated action to put an end to these acts of vandalism and ensure a safe and prosperous environment for all inhabitants of the region.