**Growing insecurity in Kalehe, South Kivu: the military authorities call for responsibility**
For several months, the territory of Kalehe, located in the province of South Kivu in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has been plagued by a resurgence of insecurity. The inhabitants of the region live in fear, faced with repeated cases of murders, assassinations and infiltration attempts. The administrator of the territory, Thomas Bakenga, is sounding the alarm and calling for urgent intervention by the military authorities to stem this spiral of violence.
The latest tragic event took place in Bulenga and Butumba, villages of Kalehe. A civilian, armed with a weapon lent by a FARDC soldier, sowed terror among the population. Following his arrest, the individual managed to escape from his cell, taking his weapon with him, leading to scenes of panic. In the confusion that followed, an innocent person lost his life, victim of stray bullets.
Thomas Bakenga deplores the presence of uncontrolled elements who are spreading terror in the towns and villages of Kalehe. Similar incidents have been reported in other localities such as Kalonge, Mbinga Nord and Bunyakiri. Acts of violence, looting and intimidation have become commonplace, endangering the safety of civilians.
Faced with this alarming situation, the administrator of Kalehe calls for the awareness of armed group leaders on the responsible use of firearms. He calls on the military authorities to take the necessary measures to guarantee the tranquility and security of the inhabitants of the region. Immediate and effective action is essential to put an end to this climate of insecurity that is plaguing the lives of local populations.
The situation in Kalehe is a stark reminder of the persistent security challenges in some regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is imperative that the authorities take concrete measures to protect citizens, ensure public order and ensure justice for the victims of these acts of violence. Insecurity must not become the norm, but rather a fight to be waged to preserve peace and stability in the country.