Isabelle Yumba Kalenga Mushimbi, a national deputy in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), expressed her indignation this Wednesday during a session at the National Assembly. She denounced the government's "indifference" in the face of the tragic events that have struck the territory of Bukama, where several massacres have been reported.

The violence in Bukama is not an isolated phenomenon. According to information reported by Radio Okapi, these tragic events are part of a broader context of insecurity affecting various regions of the DRC. Deputy Kalenga specified that these acts of violence are not limited to her territory but also affect other areas such as Kamoto, Mitwaba, and Lubudi.

"The population is left behind. Local authorities seem overwhelmed by the situation and cannot guarantee the safety of citizens," stated Isabelle Kalenga. She also criticized the lack of tangible action from the Congolese armed forces (FARDC) to protect the residents of Bukama.

The recent escalations of violence in Bukama have resulted in at least eight deaths during clashes between the FARDC and Bakata Katanga militiamen, according to a dispatch from Radio Okapi dated January 12, 2026. These incidents highlight the urgency of a governmental response to a situation that is becoming increasingly concerning.

In this climate of insecurity, Deputy Kalenga is also calling for a swift intervention from both provincial and national governments to assist the injured, emphasizing an urgent need for adequate medical infrastructure to treat victims of the conflicts.

Insecurity in the eastern part of the country continues to cause significant human losses, with over 300 deaths and one million displaced between January and May 2019, according to elected national deputies from Ituri province. This alarming observation underscores the extent of a persistent humanitarian crisis that requires immediate attention.