The poignant drama experienced by Jérémie in Makala: when the desperate quest for everyday life leads to tragedy
The tragic story of Jérémie, a young man from Kemi-Righini in Lemba, has deeply upset the community of Makala and sparked a wave of contrasting emotions among his loved ones and the residents of the Mfidi neighborhood. His sudden death, which occurred in a health center in the commune on December 9, raised many questions about the precariousness of certain situations and the tragic consequences they can cause.
The story bears witness to the difficulties that Jérémie and his grandfather faced on a daily basis. In the hope of getting enough to survive, Jérémie had set out to find a buyer for a TNT decoder that he owned. Unfortunately, his attempts ended in refusals, revealing the extent of the precariousness in which he found himself.
His journey to find a potential buyer leads him to cross the tarmac, without success. On the way back, a tragic accident occurs. Victim of a slight collision with a truck mirror, Jérémie falls and is rushed to the local health center. Despite the absence of apparent injuries, his health deteriorates rapidly, and he succumbs to internal bleeding, leaving behind a great void and deep sadness.
Versions diverge as to the exact circumstances of his death. While some mention a tragic accident, others allude to mystical beliefs and a possible bewitchment. Whatever the truth, Jérémie’s death reveals the flaws of a society where precariousness and the incessant quest for daily life can lead to tragic situations and highlights the urgency of taking action to prevent such outcomes.
The heartbreaking testimony of his grandfather, overwhelmed with grief, as well as the palpable emotion among the deceased’s relatives, underline the need for increased solidarity and community support to prevent such tragedies in the future.
In memory of Jérémie, this courageous young man whose fight for survival was brutally interrupted, let us remember that every destiny weakened by precariousness deserves our attention and compassion. May this tragedy serve as a catalyst for collective awareness and concerted action in favor of those who, like Jérémie, fight every day for their dignity and survival.