**Fatshimétrie: Kabue Ditunga, militia leader arrested for war crimes**
In the tumultuous depths of the recent history of the Democratic Republic of Congo lies the sinister character of Kabue Ditunga, self-proclaimed “general” of the militia of the customary chief Kamuina Nsapu. This Wednesday, December 4, 2024 will be marked by his arrest, 120 km from Kananga, in the village of Tshiyonga, in the Kafuba sector.
The arrest of Kabue Ditunga, long wanted by the justice system for his criminal acts, was made possible thanks to a meticulously prepared operation by the security services. The former militia leader was apprehended when he ventured out of his hiding place to stock up on food at the Kafuba market. What could have been a simple business transaction turned into a nightmare for Ditunga, trapped by his own arrogance.
The horrors committed by Kabue Ditunga and his supporters haunt memories: in shocking videos, he is seen dancing around a “Tshiota”, proudly displaying dozens of human heads. His sinister act on May 31, 2017, when he ordered the brutal execution of four education inspectors and a ministerial advisor, testifies to his boundless cruelty. Their bodies have never been found, leaving behind broken families and unanswered questions.
After sinking into oblivion with the political transition in the DRC, Kabue Ditunga had dared to parade through the streets of Kananga, armed to the teeth, to symbolically lay down his weapons. This deceptive gesture hid a much darker reality, that of an unscrupulous individual ready to do anything to satisfy his base instincts.
Kabue Ditunga’s arrest is a glimmer of hope for the many families bereaved by his unforgivable crimes. It is also a poignant reminder of the need to hold accountable those who have spread terror and desolation. By ending impunity, justice is reclaiming its rightful place in a society seeking reconciliation and peace.
Ultimately, Kabue Ditunga’s story is a human tragedy, a demonstration of man’s capacity to descend into horror. His arrest is a step towards justice, a message of hope for a future where respect for life and human dignity will prevail over barbarity and violence. Thus is written a new page in the tormented story of the DRC, where justice finally triumphs over the darkness of oblivion.