Fatshimetrie, September 25, 2024
An impressive mobilization recently took place in the village of Ongeri, located at PK 305 on the Kindu-Lomami road axis, in the Maniema province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The local community, represented by the Dynamique Débout pour le Développement des Ankutshu (DDDA), launched a moving plea for the rehabilitation of the Vodacom network in the region. Indeed, the Vodacom antenna, essential for communications, has been down for more than a month, depriving the 2,000 inhabitants of Ongeri of any contact with the outside world.
Nestor Omesumbu Lokale, the coordinator of the DDDA, expressed with conviction the need to put this antenna back into service to allow the local population to regain the vital link with their loved ones, acquaintances and relationships. This action demonstrates the determination and solidarity of the inhabitants of Ongeri, who are ready to contribute financially to facilitate the transportation of technicians responsible for repairing and restoring faulty equipment.
The gesture of solidarity of collecting funds at a rate of 2,000 Fc per household demonstrates the importance given to communication and connectivity in the daily lives of the inhabitants of Ongeri. Indeed, today’s world relies heavily on communication technologies, which have become essential tools for staying connected and informed.
This citizen initiative also highlights the commitment of the population to the development of their community and the improvement of their living conditions. By uniting to demand the rehabilitation of the Vodacom network, the inhabitants of Ongeri are sending a strong message to the authorities and telecommunications companies, inviting them to take into account the needs and aspirations of rural populations, who are often forgotten in the development process.
In conclusion, this exemplary mobilization in the Ongeri village demonstrates the power of solidarity and civic engagement in building a more just and connected society. Let us hope that this surge of solidarity inspires other communities to act to defend their rights and work together for a better future for all.