The Secure Harvest operation led by MONUSCO’s Bangladeshi peacekeepers in the Djugu region of Ituri represents a crucial support for local farmers. Indeed, thanks to this initiative, hundreds of farmers can finally access their fields in complete safety, despite the constant threat of attacks by armed groups.
Agriculture is the mainstay of the local economy and the main source of livelihood for many families. However, armed conflicts and insecurity have often prevented farmers from cultivating their land, jeopardizing their food and economic security.
In this difficult context, the intervention of Bangladeshi peacekeepers is more than welcome. Their dissuasive presence and regular patrols allow farmers in Djugu to return to work their land in peace. This gives them the opportunity to harvest their crops, provide for their needs and gradually rebuild their lives shattered by conflict.
It is also important to highlight the crucial role of the community in the success of this operation. Indeed, the community alert network set up allows for effective collaboration between peacekeepers and the local population. Inhabitants are thus actively involved in protecting their land and crops, thus strengthening social cohesion and solidarity within the community.
Detnajaba Germain, from the civil society of Dendro, underlines the importance of this participatory approach that puts the population at the heart of the security process. Thanks to this cooperation between peacekeepers and inhabitants, Operation Secure Harvest can be successful and contribute to building a climate of trust and lasting peace in the region.
In conclusion, Operation Secure Harvest carried out by MONUSCO Bangladeshi peacekeepers in Ituri is a concrete example of how the international community can provide vital support to populations affected by conflict. By ensuring the security of farmers and protecting their livelihoods, this initiative contributes to building a better future for all inhabitants of the Djugu region.