The trial of the murder of 3 Primary, Secondary and Technical Education (EPST) inspectors in Dekesha, in the territory of Kazumba in central Kasai, began Tuesday August 22 before the Kasai Court of Appeal. This trial, which is expected to last five days, aims to bring justice to the victims of this tragedy that occurred in April 2019.
The National Association of Victims of Congo (ANVC) welcomes the opening of this trial and calls on the courts to prosecute the alleged culprits. Mhyrrand Mulumba, the coordinator of the ANVC, wants the real perpetrators of this crime to be convicted in order to promote the victims. It underlines the importance of fighting against impunity for serious crimes committed in the DRC and highlights the role of the ecosystem engaged in this battle so that nothing is the same as before.
The ANVC will be present to ensure the smooth running of the procedure and hopes that those really responsible will be arrested and tried. Mhyrrand Mulumba expresses doubts about the outcome of the sentence if the alleged real criminals are not brought to justice.
Recall that the main defendant, Mulumba Kamuakala Thomas, a member of the Kamuina Nsapu militia, was arrested a few years ago. His fate will be decided in the coming hours.
This trial is of great importance for the victims and their families, as well as for the search for justice and the fight against impunity in the DRC. It is necessary to punish those responsible for these heinous acts and to ensure that such crimes do not happen again.
The ANVC, as well as many partners and committed actors, will continue to fight for justice to be done in the name of the Congolese people and for victims to finally obtain reparation. Holding this trial is a step in the right direction, but it is imperative to remain vigilant and continue to work for a more just and equitable Congolese society.
Sources:
– “The trial for the murder of 3 EPST inspectors opens in Kasaï central”, published on August 22, 2023, on the Fatshimetrie.org website, consulted on August 27, 2023.
– Original article: https://fatshimetrie.org/blog/2023/08/22/le-proces-du-meurtre-de-3-inspections-de-lepst-souvre-au-kasai-central/.