The insecurity in Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo, continues to sow terror among the city’s residents. Indeed, the recent assassination of Edmond Bahati, coordinator of Maria radio, has once again highlighted the violence that reigns in this region. This barbaric act, perpetrated by armed individuals whose identity remains unknown, has plunged the community into fear and incomprehension.
According to the testimonies collected, Edmond Bahati was attacked while he was returning home after a busy day of work. This tragic event occurred in the Ndosho neighborhood, a sector of the city already heavily affected by insecurity. Indeed, the west of Goma is regularly the scene of armed clashes due to its proximity to the front lines. Residents live in constant fear of the armed groups operating in the region.
The night before Bahati’s assassination, violent clashes broke out between the Congolese army and FDLR rebels in the Rusayo groupement, on the outskirts of Goma. The deafening sound of gunfire forced displaced populations from the Lushagala and Mugunga sites to flee once again to escape the violence.
Despite the presence of national and international security forces deployed to protect the city of Goma, insecurity persists and intensifies day after day. The authorities’ efforts to guarantee the safety of residents seem insufficient in the face of the resurgence of criminal acts and attacks on human life.
Faced with this alarming situation, it is urgent that concrete measures be taken to restore peace and security in Goma. Local populations deserve to live in a safe and peaceful environment, far from the violence and fear that are their daily lot. It is imperative that those responsible for these heinous acts be identified and brought to justice in order to put an end to the impunity that reigns in the region.
In conclusion, the persistent insecurity in Goma is a real scourge that affects the lives of thousands of people. It is time for the international community and the Congolese authorities to join forces to put an end to this spiral of violence and instability that is plaguing the region. The people of Goma deserve to live in peace and security, and it is our duty to do everything possible to achieve this essential objective.