The trial of the May 19 coup attempt provoked strong reactions during the public hearing held this Friday, July 5 at the military court of Ndolo prison in Kinshasa. The poignant testimonies of Marcel Malanga, son of gang leader Christian Malanga, highlight a dark aspect of paternal influence in criminal matters.
Marcel Malanga made disturbing statements in court, claiming to have been a victim of the influence of his own father, Christian Malanga. He declared that the latter had forced him to join an armed movement, the intentions and mission of which he was completely unaware of. These revelations raise essential questions about the mechanisms of manipulation and coercion within criminal groups.
Young Malanga also expressed his fear of being eliminated by his father if he refused to cooperate. This psychological pressure and this constant threat to his life shed harsh light on the abuses perpetrated within this clandestine organization. It is difficult to imagine the crushing weight that must have weighed on the shoulders of Marcel Malanga, forced to bend to his father’s will in order to survive.
By clearing other defendants, Marcel Malanga revealed that he had never met certain people involved in the affair, such as Jean-Jacques Wondo and the workers of the Momo Auberge 19 hotel. These statements raise questions about the complexity of the networks criminals and the diversity of actors involved in this attempted coup d’état.
Marcel Malanga’s story highlights the family entanglements at the heart of organized crime and highlights the importance of fighting the harmful influence of toxic father figures. It reminds us that beyond appearances, each individual can be manipulated, forced to act against their will, prisoner of a criminal system from which they struggle to escape.
Beyond the simple news item, Marcel Malanga’s moving testimony encourages us to reflect on the mechanisms of manipulation and coercion within criminal organizations, but also on the need to protect vulnerable individuals from these harmful influences. By listening to his voice, by recognizing his courage, we realize the importance of breaking the silence and fighting against the dark forces that threaten our society.