Title: Attack on a mining site in the DRC: two policemen killed
On the night of Thursday, June 9, in the village of Dipo, armed men attacked a mining site managed by Chinese expatriates, in the territory of Mambasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. According to local civil society, two police officers assigned to guard the site were killed and three others injured during the exchange of fire.
Attacks against mining sites, which loot gold and silver, are increasing in this part of Ituri. This persistent insecurity does not allow local populations to benefit from the economic benefits that these mining activities should generate, despite the presence of Chinese expatriates.
The recurrence of these attacks and the death of two police officers show the importance of strengthening security measures in this part of the DRC, in order to ensure the safety of workers and local populations and to encourage more responsible mining and sustainable.
In addition, efforts should be made to mitigate ethno-political tensions in this region, which could fuel these attacks. It is crucial that local authorities work together with local communities and international investors to improve the security situation and encourage economic development in the region.