Title: Widows of soldiers demonstrate to be included in the list of beneficiaries
Introduction :
In Beni, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, widows of soldiers recently demonstrated to protest against the omission of their names from the list of beneficiaries of the survivor’s pension. Despite having been identified by the military administrative service since the death of their husbands, these women claim to have been excluded during the last physical check carried out by the General Inspectorate of the Armed Forces of the DRC (FARDC). The military authorities maintain, for their part, that they are “real-false” widows, who hold false documents fabricated by certain military officers.
Demonstrations to claim their rights:
The widows of soldiers feel wronged and neglected, hence their decision to demonstrate to assert their rights. They express their surprise and indignation at the omission of their names on the list of beneficiaries of the survivor’s pension after the control of the General Inspectorate of the FARDC. Some of them, who wish to remain anonymous, admit that there are widows with false documents obtained from certain military officers. This raises doubts about the administrative practices surrounding the registration of military widows.
An ongoing investigation:
Faced with these accusations of falsification of documents, the military justice decided to examine the situation on a case-by-case basis. The military spokesman in the Beni region, Captain Anthony Mwalushayi, confirms the existence of shenanigans in the control process. He recognizes that there are legitimate widows who are not included in the list, while false widows and false orphans benefit unduly from the survivor’s pension of soldiers. The FARDC General Inspectorate has already identified about forty women posing as widows of soldiers with false documents.
A complex situation to solve:
The issue of military widows is a complex subject that requires in-depth investigation to shed light on the real beneficiaries of the survivor’s pension. It is essential to ensure that only legitimate widows receive the financial assistance and support to which they are entitled. This case also highlights flaws in the administrative system and highlights the need to improve registration and validation procedures.
Conclusion :
The widows of soldiers who demonstrated in Beni denounce the omission of their names on the list of beneficiaries of the survivor’s pension. While some of them have false documents, it is important to carry out a rigorous investigation to distinguish the real widows from the “true-false” widows. A fair resolution of this situation is crucial to ensure the necessary support for legitimate widows and to prevent abuse.. The issue of military widows also raises broader issues related to the administration and management of benefits granted to the families of deceased soldiers