Kidnappings in Mbujimayi, DRC: growing terror
Many kidnapping cases have rocked the city of Mbujimayi, located in the center of the Democratic Republic of Congo, in recent months. This wave of crimes has sown terror among the local population. The president of civil society in Kasaï-Oriental, Rose Mbuyi, declared that the population has come to take justice into their own hands, by applying “popular vindictiveness” against the thugs.
This disturbing phenomenon caused panic and fear among the inhabitants. Night walks have become a real nightmare and families are forced to return home by 7 p.m. to ensure their safety. Kidnappings have become so frequent that even children are no longer safe, which has caused real anxiety as the start of the school year approaches.
Faced with this series of kidnappings, the police and political authorities have asked the population to report any suspicious behavior or any act that could be related to a kidnapping. However, despite these calls for vigilance, the phenomenon continues to grow and now extends to all of Kasai. Rose Mbuyi stresses that if nothing is done to put an end to these abductions, the loss of human life could be significant by the end of the year.
This situation highlights the urgent need to act to ensure the safety of the inhabitants of Mbujimayi and the Kasai region in general. It is essential that the authorities put in place concrete measures to put an end to these abductions and to guarantee the protection of the population. The fight against crime must be strengthened, while ensuring respect for the rule of law and human rights.
The kidnappings in Mbujimayi are a sad reflection of the situation in the DRC, where insecurity remains a major challenge. It is crucial that all stakeholders, whether authorities, civil society or citizens themselves, join forces to overcome this threat and to guarantee the safety of all.
In conclusion, it is essential to be aware of this alarming situation and to support measures aimed at combating kidnappings in Mbujimayi and throughout the Kasai region. The safety of the inhabitants must be an absolute priority in order to allow everyone to live in peace and serenity in this part of the DRC