Title: Strengthening security in Kasindi: an urgent appeal to the State to support the local police
Introduction:
The region of Ruwenzori, in the territory of Beni in North Kivu, is facing a worrying rise in insecurity. In this worrying context, the New Civil Society of Kasindi launched an urgent appeal to the State to provide the national police with the necessary logistical means. Indeed, the recent disturbances caused by the bandits have highlighted the inability of the police to act effectively. In this article, we will take a closer look at civil society concerns and the importance of strengthening security in Kasindi.
Lack of logistical means: a major challenge for the Kasindi police
The president of the New Civil Society of Ruwenzori, Meleki Mulala, expressed his concern over the lack of logistical means for the Kasindi police. According to him, the lack of fuel for the intervention vehicles and the lack of means of communication seriously hamper the efforts of the police to ensure the safety of the population. It is difficult to understand how an entity as important as Kasindi can be confronted with this lack of essential resources for the maintenance of order.
The call for greater vigilance on the part of the population
To counter the rise of insecurity, the New Civil Society of Ruwenzori also called on the population of Kasindi to mobilize and report any suspicious individual or criminal hidden within the community. The bandits who operate in the region are often disguised in military or police uniforms, which makes their identification even more difficult. Increased vigilance on the part of residents could help prevent further criminal acts and ensure a safer environment for all.
The involvement of MONUSCO and the need for enhanced collaboration
The United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) regularly provides logistical support and fuel to the national police in Kasindi. However, a supply disruption has been observed lately. MONUSCO authorities, however, assured that supplies would resume soon. It is therefore essential to strengthen the collaboration between MONUSCO, the State and the local police to guarantee adequate security in Kasindi.
Conclusion:
Ruwenzori’s New Civil Society Urgent Appeal highlights the challenges facing the Kasindi Police in their fight against growing insecurity. The State must take concrete measures to provide the local police with the necessary logistical means in order to respond effectively to the security needs of the population.. Greater vigilance on the part of the population and enhanced collaboration between the various stakeholders are also essential to ensure security and peace in Kasindi