During the recent Council of Ministers, a concerning issue was brought to the attention of the President, Félix Tshisekedi: the alarming proliferation of attack and guard dogs owned by some individuals in Kinshasa.
These dogs, such as the Pitbull or Boerbull breeds, are known for their aggressiveness, making them dangerous to neighbors when provoked. This situation poses a serious threat to public safety and is causing increasing concerns within the community.
President Félix Tshisekedi expressed his concern about this trend, emphasizing that this practice seems to be becoming a trend, thereby encouraging the display of these dogs’ capabilities in public activities, often without necessary precautions. In response to this major concern, the Head of State has issued firm instructions to the government to develop an updated classification system aimed at categorizing dogs according to their breed and domestic status. This initiative aims to better control the ownership and breeding of these potentially dangerous dogs.
It is worth noting that tragic incidents have already been reported, such as a child being attacked on the road leading to Pompage, commonly known as “Nzela Mayi,” in the commune of Ngaliema, as well as another case in the commune of N’djili where a child was devoured by a neighbor’s dog.
Faced with this concerning situation, it is imperative to raise awareness among the population about the risks associated with owning these aggressive dogs and to establish strict regulations to ensure public safety. The security and well-being of the population must take precedence, and it is the duty of the authorities to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to curb this worrying phenomenon.
By editorial team