Delcat Idengo, a vocal critic of both government and rebel groups in the DR Congo, was found dead in Goma while filming a music video. His killing highlights the ongoing tensions and violence in the region, with conflicting accusations between the M23 rebels and government forces.**
Congo Musician Delcat Idengo Murdered Amid Ongoing Conflict in Goma**
Congo Musician Delcat Idengo Murdered Amid Ongoing Conflict in Goma**
The assassination of prominent Congolese artist Delcat Idengo, known for his revolutionary music, raises concerns in a city plagued by violence.**
A prominent musician in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Delcat Idengo, also known as Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, was killed in Goma while working on a music video. His lifeless body was discovered on Thursday, partially obscured by blood, indicating a potentially violent death, with reports suggesting he was shot.
Idengo was widely recognized for his music criticizing not only the Congolese government but also rebel factions, particularly the M23 group, which recently captured Goma and intensified the ongoing conflict in the region. The artist had earlier escaped from prison amid the chaos, where he was incarcerated following charges linked to inciting rebellion and making derogatory remarks about the president.
In the wake of his assassination, the local community has expressed outrage, demanding justice as tensions escalate in the already volatile region. Protests erupted in Beni, Idengo's hometown, as demonstrators called for accountability.
The Congolese government has shown its dismay over the incident, labeling it an "abominable act" and placing blame on the M23 rebels. In contrast, the M23 has shifted the blame back to the government forces, stirring further conflict in an already complex situation.
Idengo's recent work, particularly a song titled "Bunduki," which critiques the ongoing conflict in Goma, resonates deeply with his audience. Various political figures have voiced their condolences, emphasizing the need for peace and the urgency to address the underlying issues driving the violence.
The DR Congo has been engulfed in turmoil with approximately 2,900 fatalities and nearly 700,000 individuals displaced as a result of recent hostilities, as reported by the United Nations. Tensions have only increased as the armed conflict escalates toward other significant cities in the mineral-rich eastern regions.
