The National Human Rights Commission (CNDH) of Haut-Katanga issued a poignant statement on Tuesday, April 23, raising concerns about torture and inhumane treatment within penitentiary institutions in the province. Shocking incidents at Boma Prison in Kipushi territory have exposed appalling practices, such as former inmates physically abusing new prisoners.
In response to this distressing reality, the CNDH urged the regional minister and the head of the provincial justice division to enforce prison laws and disciplinary measures rigorously. The Commission also demanded justice for those responsible for torture, signaling zero tolerance for such acts.
In addition to punitive actions, proactive measures are crucial to prevent future abuses. The CNDH recommended enhancing the training of prison staff in facility management and educating inmates on the importance of order and discipline. Collaboration with prison officers should be emphasized to create a more rights-respecting environment.
This situation underscores the necessity of upholding human dignity, even within prison walls. The fight against torture and ill-treatment should be a top priority for any society striving for justice and human rights respect. Adopting preventive and punitive measures will send a clear message that such acts won’t be tolerated, and perpetrators will face legal consequences.
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1. [Political Reconciliation: The Time for Unity Within the Sacred Union of the Nation in the DRC](https://eng.fatshimetrie.org/2024/04/25/political-reconciliation-the-time-for-unity-within-the-sacred-union-of-the-nation-in-the-drc/)
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3. [Challenges and Ambitions in the Management of Pensions and Public Finances in the DRC](https://eng.fatshimetrie.org/2024/04/25/challenges-and-ambitions-in-the-management-of-pensions-and-public-finances-in-the-drc/)
4. [Education in Africa: A Major Challenge to Overcome](https://eng.fatshimetrie.org/2024/04/24/education-in-africa-a-major-challenge-to-overcome/)
5. [The Barbarism of the ADF in Ituri Province: An Endless Horror](https://eng.fatshimetrie.org/2024/04/24/the-barbarism-of-the-adf-in-ituri-province-an-endless-horror/)
For more information on the issue, you can refer to an [external article](https://www.radiookapi.net/2024/04/24/actualite/societe/haut-katanga-la-cndh-alerte-sur-les-cas-de-torture-dans-les-prisons).