The High Military Court of Kalemie, located in Tanganyika Province, has handed down harsh sentences, including the death penalty and life imprisonment, to several soldiers and police officers found guilty of serious criminal offenses.
The court’s decision, rendered on April 30, 2025, was announced by Colonel Désiré Madjunda Mukole, the presiding judge. The convicted individuals were found guilty of crimes such as premeditated murder, armed robbery, and illegal possession of weapons.
Captain Dunia of the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of Congo (FARDC) was sentenced to life in prison for committing premeditated murder in the Tanganyika region.
Mwamba Katoko Sinai was found guilty of conspiracy to commit a crime, armed robbery, and illegal possession of weapons. The court sentenced him to death.
Jean-Claude Nyembo, a police commissioner, was convicted of armed robbery and conspiracy to commit a crime. Along with another police officer, he was also sentenced to death.
In delivering the verdict, Colonel Madjunda urged the population of Tanganyika to actively report any security personnel involved in criminal activity.
“We are present and the court is performing its duties. Whenever the public has information, they should not hesitate to share it. We will do everything possible to ensure justice is served,” he stated.
All the convicted individuals are currently being held at Kalemie’s central prison.
This ruling highlights the military court’s commitment to combating impunity within the security forces and restoring public trust in the justice system.
