Fatshimetrie: Thefts and assaults on the rise in Kolwezi
The mining town of Kolwezi, located in the province of Lualaba, is experiencing an alarming increase in acts of violence and burglaries. On the night of Monday 2 to Tuesday 3 December, armed individuals sowed terror in the Golf Tshabula district, leaving behind a trail of material damage and trauma for residents.
According to testimonies collected on site, these criminals forced their way into homes, breaking windows and walls, and leaving bullets scattered on the ground. While no deaths were reported, several people were injured during these attacks. This escalation of violence is legitimately causing concern among the population, who feel increasingly vulnerable in the face of this growing insecurity.
Local authorities are being called upon to act effectively against this scourge. It is imperative to put in place reinforced security measures to protect citizens and guarantee their peace. The population of Kolwezi can no longer live in constant fear of being the next target of these criminal acts.
At this end-of-year period, when solidarity and peace should be in the spotlight, it is all the more essential to fight against insecurity and restore a climate of trust within the community. The inhabitants of Kolwezi deserve to live in safety and to be able to look to the future with peace of mind, without fearing for their physical integrity and their property.
The current situation calls for collective mobilization to deal with this wave of violence that is eating away at the city. It is time to take concrete and effective measures to stem this insecurity and restore hope to the inhabitants of Kolwezi. Security is a fundamental right, and it is the duty of the authorities to ensure its preservation for the well-being of all.
In conclusion, it is urgent to react firmly to these criminal acts that jeopardize the security and tranquility of the inhabitants of Kolwezi. Peace and security are essential pillars of living together, and it is up to everyone to contribute to the construction of a peaceful and harmonious society. The fight against insecurity must be an absolute priority, and everyone has a role to play in this fight for a safer and more peaceful future.