Fatshimetrie: Decision to demolish houses built on RVA land in Lubumbashi divides
The recent announcement by the governor of Haut-Katanga, Jacques Kyabula, concerning the demolition of houses built on the land of the Régie des voies aérienne (RVA) in Lubumbashi, has sparked widespread controversy. This radical decision has sparked a lively debate between supporters of respect for legality and those concerned about the fate of the affected residents.
Jacques Kyabula, during his visit to the site with the Minister of Urban Planning and Housing and other authorities, stressed the need for RVA to recover its dispossessed land in order to build a new modern airport. He warned against any attempt to dispossess state property, stating that the current occupants will have to accept the inevitable loss of their properties.
This statement has sparked mixed reactions among the population. On the one hand, some support the legitimacy of the governor’s position, stressing the importance of preserving the integrity of public property and ensuring compliance with the law. On the other hand, voices are being raised to denounce the dramatic social consequences of such a measure, highlighting the fate of families who risk finding themselves homeless overnight.
The Minister of Urban Planning and Housing, Crispin Mbadu, has promised to shed light on this affair and determine the responsibilities of the agents involved in the illegal sale of the RVA land. He describes these actions as “administrative banditry” and says that the culprits will have to answer for their actions.
It is interesting to note that similar situations have already occurred in the past, with the destruction of houses on this same site, followed by wild reconstruction. This repetition of events raises questions about the effectiveness of the measures taken to prevent such situations in the future.
Ultimately, the debate surrounding the decision to demolish the houses built on RVA land in Lubumbashi highlights complex issues between respect for legality, preservation of public property and protection of citizens. It underlines the need for in-depth reflection and concerted action to find sustainable solutions that reconcile the common interest and individual rights.