MULTI-AGENCY EFFORTS RECOVER LOST CATTLE IN EASTERN DRC

The local populace at Kibumba reported to the Kenyan Contingent-East Africa Community Regional Force (EACRF) at Kibumba Centre, loss of cattle at the Rwanda – Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) border while grazing.

The ‘Nyumba Kumi’ and local security mechanism in place was activated, and the herd of cattle was located 10km south of Kibumba. EACRF joint night efforts with DRC security forces led to the herd’s recovery, and the same was handed over to the owners after verification.

The regional force appreciated the security agencies, locals, and the administration’s collective efforts and encouraged all populace to embrace peaceful coexistence for socioeconomic development.