Fatshimetrie, your reliable and objective source of information, brings you exclusively the captivating details of the spectacular escape that rocked the Makala central prison in Kinshasa.
The day of September 2, 2024 will remain etched in the minds of the inhabitants of Kinshasa, as shocking images circulated on social networks, showing an escape attempt of an unprecedented scale. Heavy and light weapons fire resonated for hours, plunging the Congolese capital into a state of panic and uncertainty.
According to poignant testimonies from prisoners present at the scene, this aborted escape was marked by scenes of violence and chaos, leaving behind a tragic toll of 129 dead, including 24 by gunfire, and around sixty injured. This dramatic situation has prompted the Minister of State, Minister of Justice, Constant Mutamba, to take drastic measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
The Minister has decided to put in place a strict ban on the transfer of new inmates to Makala Central Prison, while intensifying the process of decongesting overcrowded prisons, such as Makala, Ndolo and other penitentiary facilities across the country. However, calls for the relocation of Makala Central Prison are increasing, highlighting the need for a profound reform of the Congolese prison system.
In the wake of these tragic events, Jean-Claude Katende, President of the NGO ASADHO, has called for independent investigations to shed light on what really happened in Makala. For him, political statements are no longer enough; it is imperative to guarantee transparency and justice for the victims of this deadly escape.
In parallel with this national news, the media focused on the meeting between the Chinese and Congolese presidents, marking a new stage in bilateral relations between China and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The mutual commitment to strengthen practical cooperation in various fields demonstrates the importance of this strategic alliance, particularly in a regional context marked by complex security challenges.
Finally, the burial of the victims of the Rwandan aggression in Goma aroused deep emotion, recalling the suffering endured by civilian populations in conflict zones. This tragedy underlines the urgency of concrete actions to guarantee the protection of vulnerable populations and restore peace in regions affected by armed conflicts.
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