**The Tragedy of Congolese Pushed Back at the Border: A Call for Urgent Action**
The Shakufwa border between Angola and Kahemba territory has become the scene of an alarming humanitarian crisis. Nearly 100 Congolese nationals find themselves in a difficult situation, having been pushed back from Angola and left without resources or shelter. Among them, men, women and children, faced with the harsh reality of spending the night under the stars, exposed to the elements and the uncertainty of their fate.
The administrator of Kahemba territory, Jean-Marie Laswe, highlights this worrying situation, stressing the lack of resources to help these forced refugees. Despite the steps taken with higher authorities, the response is slow to materialize, leaving these vulnerable people in a situation of distress and vulnerability.
The intervention of the Action Plus association, a civil society structure in Kahemba, is a call for urgent action by the Congolese authorities to provide assistance to these Congolese in distress. The issue of cooperation and mutual respect between neighboring countries is raised, highlighting the need for effective coordination to ensure the protection of the rights of displaced persons.
Local sources warn of a possible influx of new Congolese returnees, stressing the importance of continuing identification and coordination efforts to meet the humanitarian needs of these displaced populations. The Angolan authorities are criticized for their inhumane treatment of Congolese refugees, stressing the need for a constructive and respectful dialogue between the two countries to guarantee the safety and dignity of displaced persons.
This humanitarian crisis at the Shakufwa border highlights the urgency of a concerted and effective response to meet the humanitarian needs of the Congolese returnees. Faced with this alarming situation, it is imperative that the Congolese and international authorities act proactively to guarantee the protection and assistance of displaced persons, while respecting their dignity and fundamental rights.
Together, let us mobilize to provide a humanitarian and solidarity response to this crisis at the borders, demonstrating our commitment to respecting and protecting vulnerable people. It is time to act, to prevent any other humanitarian tragedy and guarantee a better future for all.
With this in mind, an appeal is launched to the international community to act in concert with local authorities to meet the urgent needs of displaced persons and to put in place sustainable solutions to prevent future humanitarian crises. Solidarity and compassion must guide our actions, to offer hope and concrete help to those who need it most.
Together, let us raise our voices to support the Congolese people pushed back at the Shakufwa border and to demand immediate and coordinated action to address their urgent needs. It is our duty to act, protect and defend the rights of displaced people, while respecting their dignity and humanity.