Uvira, Democratic Republic of Congo, Tensions continue to rise in Uvira as reports of targeted ethnic violence escalate. In the latest incident, a young Munyamulenge man, Nzayiramya Fidèle, aged 24, was shot at close range by Wazalendo militia in Mulongwe, Uvira. After being left abandoned on the street, his family eventually found him, but he remains in a coma.
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Eyewitnesses report that violence against members of the Banyamulenge community has intensified, particularly in the Ruzizi Plain. Victims are frequently taken from public transportation vehicles and led to unknown destinations, fueling fears of systematic ethnic persecution.
Local authorities, including the Mayor of Uvira and the sector commander responsible for the Uvira territory, are being urged to take immediate action to prevent further bloodshed. Community leaders and human rights organizations are calling for urgent intervention to stop these targeted killings and restore peace in the region.
The ongoing insecurity in the area highlights the need for stronger law enforcement and accountability for those perpetrating ethnic-based violence. The international community is also being urged to monitor the situation closely and support efforts to protect vulnerable populations.
As tensions rise, the residents of Uvira live in fear, hoping for decisive action to end these brutal attacks before more lives are lost.
