Merchants close their shops in Ariwara to protest against insecurity

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: April 29, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Society & Lifestyle
Merchants close their shops in Ariwara to protest against insecurity

The commercial center of Ariwara has been paralyzed since April 25 by a strike from economic operators protesting against a wave of violent burglaries and murders in the region. Three people, including a police officer, have lost their lives, and no suspects have been arrested. Merchants are demanding serious investigations and the replacement of security agents deemed ineffective. Citizen night patrols have been organized to try to deter attackers.

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