The recent murders of three young men in the province of Bas-Uele have provoked an uprising among the local population. Those allegedly responsible for these crimes are foreign breeders of “Mbororo” cows. The incidents that occurred on July 24 in Sumungu and September 10 in Digba led to a strong feeling of anger among the inhabitants of the four chiefdoms of Ango territory.
The population of Ango, outraged by these murders, reacted by burning down the camp of the suspected herders, despite warnings from the loyalist army. The population demands the departure of these individuals whom it describes as “criminals” and refuses any peaceful cohabitation with them. A provincial deputy from the region expressed his concern about this situation and called on the Congolese government to take into account the legitimate demands of the population of Ango, in order to avoid popular justice and avoid further violence.
This popular uprising highlights existing tensions between foreign breeders and the local population. It raises questions about peaceful cohabitation and the management of disputes in this region. It is essential that the government takes action to resolve this conflict and protect the population from further acts of violence.
It is also important to emphasize that these events should not be generalized to the entire community of foreign “Mbororo” cow breeders. It is essential to distinguish between individuals guilty of crimes and those who live and work peacefully and respectfully within the community.
This situation also highlights the importance of open and constructive dialogue between the different parties involved. It is essential to involve the local population, foreign breeders and government authorities in discussions aimed at finding lasting solutions to these tensions.
In conclusion, the recent murders attributed to foreign “Mbororo” cow breeders in the province of Bas-Uele have triggered an uprising among the population of Ango. The request for these individuals to leave and the refusal of peaceful cohabitation underline the need for the government to take measures to resolve this conflict and ensure the security of the population. It is also essential to engage in constructive and inclusive dialogue to find lasting solutions to this situation.