*Fatshimetrie, October 15, 2024 -* The solidarity and support of the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo towards the victims of the explosion at a scrap metal plant in Kinshasa were reaffirmed during the visit of the Minister of Employment and Labor to the scene of the tragedy.
During his mission, Minister Ephrahim Akwakwa met with labor inspectors who have already collected the necessary information. He expressed the authorities’ commitment to support and prevent such incidents in the future. The Minister stressed his concern to understand the circumstances of the tragic accident in order to avoid any repetition in the future.
In a burst of compassion, he expressed his solidarity with the injured and offered his condolences to the bereaved families. The plant’s operations manager explained that the explosion was due to an incident that occurred during the unloading of the raw material, scrap metal.
The accident resulted in the loss of lives and several injuries among the factory staff and suppliers. The injured were transferred to health centers in Kinshasa to receive appropriate treatment.
This tragic event highlights the need to strengthen safety measures within companies and ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Cooperation between the government, companies and regulatory bodies is essential to prevent such tragedies in the future.
In conclusion, the government’s rapid and empathetic response to this tragedy shows the importance of solidarity and prevention in building a safer future for all Congolese workers. It is imperative to learn from this incident to improve safety standards and avoid such loss of life in the future.