The inhabitants of the city of Beni, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, are plunged into a climate of growing insecurity, marked by a series of armed burglaries. These increasingly frequent criminal acts legitimately arouse concern among the population. The recent attack in Malepe, during which armed individuals stole a motorcycle and fired shots, sadly illustrates this alarming reality.
Faced with this worrying situation, civil society in Beni is sounding the alarm and demanding concrete measures from the military authorities. The president of civil society, Pépin Kavota, stresses the urgency of action to ensure the safety of residents, especially as the end-of-year holidays approach, which are conducive to acts of delinquency.
It is imperative that the authorities take effective measures to put an end to this persistent insecurity. Pépin Kavota advocates in particular for the quartering of soldiers without units in Beni, in order to strengthen the numbers and deter criminals. He points out the collusion between certain soldiers and disruptive elements of the civilian population, highlighting the complexity of the security situation in the region.
It is crucial that the competent authorities take rapid and effective measures to guarantee the safety of the inhabitants of Beni, and put an end to these repeated attacks. The population cannot live in fear and permanent insecurity. It is time to act to restore order and tranquility in this city ravaged by violence.