**Enhanced security in Goma, DRC: the mayor’s commitment welcomed by the population**
For several months, the city of Goma, located in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, has been the scene of a fierce fight against crime. The city’s mayor, Mr. Faustin Kapend Kamand, is at the heart of this battle to ensure the safety of residents. His tireless work in tracking down criminals and repressing criminal acts was praised by a notable from the province of North Kivu, Me Jean Paul Lumbulumbu, during an official meeting.
This warm exchange highlighted the importance of collaboration between the authorities and the population to guarantee public safety. Me Lumbulumbu highlighted the courage and efforts made by the mayor and his teams to track down the criminals and hand the criminals over to justice. He also expressed his concern about the phenomenon of the “Forty Thieves” and announced a proposal on this subject in the coming days.
Senior Commissioner Faustin Kapend Kamand warmly thanked Me Lumbulumbu for his encouragement and congratulations. He stressed the importance of the concrete actions carried out during the state of siege, such as the construction of new municipal buildings and the capture of more than 400 armed bandits. The mayor recalled the success of the operation “Safisha Muji wa Goma and its surroundings” which led to the arrest of hundreds of criminals and the seizure of many illegal weapons.
The urban authority also highlighted the essential collaboration between the security forces and the civilian population to guarantee the security of all. He stressed the need for a “civil-military marriage” and “civil-police” to strengthen efforts to fight crime.
In conclusion, this official recognition of the work of the Mayor of Goma demonstrates the importance of the commitment of local authorities to ensure the safety of residents. Collaboration between institutions, security forces and the population is essential to effectively combat crime and ensure a safe and peaceful environment for all.