Title: The Shegués in Kinshasa: a growing threat that the population is trying to deal with
Introduction :
The situation of the Shegués, street children in Kinshasa, has become worrying. Their criminal activities are increasing, endangering the population. This major social problem pushes the inhabitants to mobilize to fight against this growing threat. In this article, we will paint the picture of the current situation and examine the efforts made to solve this problem.
The phenomenon of the Shegues:
The Shegués, these street children aged 6 to 15, are increasingly present in the neighborhoods of Kinshasa. Their precarious lifestyle pushes them to adopt delinquent behavior, stealing and committing aggression. They operate in groups, taking advantage of passers-by’s moments of weakness to steal their goods.
The hunt for the Shegues:
Faced with this growing threat, the people of Kinshasa are mobilizing to hunt down and punish the Shegués. Recently, a scene marked the spirits, when citizens launched out in pursuit of a young thief who had taken refuge in the sewers of the city. After a hunt of several minutes, the thief was extracted from the sewers, along with several other Shegués present on the scene.
The consequences of popular action:
Although the reaction of the population may seem understandable, it raises questions about the methods used. The lynching of the Shegués is a dangerous practice and goes against the principles of justice. It is important to find more sustainable solutions to solve the problem of the Shegués, focusing on their social reintegration and rehabilitation.
Initiatives to fight against the Shegués:
The fight against the Shegués phenomenon is not limited to specific actions by the population. Organizations and associations are also mobilizing to propose lasting solutions to this problem. Programs for the care and reintegration of Shegués have been put in place, aimed at providing them with education, health care and social support to help them get out of precariousness.
Conclusion :
The phenomenon of the Shegués in Kinshasa represents a growing threat to the security and well-being of the population. While popular action may reflect understandable frustration, finding more effective and human rights-respecting solutions to this problem is essential. The mobilization of authorities, organizations and civil society is crucial to give the Shegués a chance to reintegrate into society and end this cycle of crime