INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
In Luanda, Angola, a disturbing series of unexplained deaths has alarmed the public.Over one weekend, nine bodies with signs of violence,
including gunshot wounds and signs of asphyxiation, were discovered.However, this recent incident continues the trend of uninvestigated
deaths dating back to 2017, contributing to widespread community fear and confusion.Eva Adelaide, a resident of Kawelele, reported hearing
gunshots early in the morning
The bodies were discovered shortly after.The Association for Justice, Peace, and Democracy (AJPD) has openly criticized the National
(Photo Internet reproduction)Serra Bango, AJPD president, emphasized the urgent need for governmental intervention.The lack of responses
from key officials, including the Minister of Interior and Security and Intelligence Service representatives, compounds public concerns.In
underscore major public safety and trust issues in governmental institutions in Angola.They stress the need for transparent and effective
law enforcement and accountability mechanisms to ensure justice and security for all citizens.BackgroundIn recent years, a pattern of
uninvestigated murders and excessive force by state security forces has plagued Angola.Human Rights Watch reported multiple unlawful
killings and excessive force against protesters by security forces in 2023
This included extrajudicial executions and detentions without due process.Amnesty International also reported escalated human rights abuses
leading up to the 2022 general elections
public trust in law enforcement and justice
This erosion perpetuates violence and repression.This persistent negligence of human rights abuses necessitates immediate international
