VOICED : On temporary islands in C.Africa hundreds flee militia torture

The video discusses the plight of displaced people in the Central African Republic who have settled on temporary river islands due to militia threats. Led by Joseph Karogo, the militia forces locals into bloody rituals, claiming to make them invincible. These rituals involve scarring and drug use. The local village chief tries to help by providing resources, but the influx of people strains fish stocks. As the rainy season approaches, these temporary homes will be submerged, leaving the displaced with no choice but to continue fishing until they can return home.

What is the primary reason for the formation of temporary communities on the islands?

• To practice traditional rituals

• To trade with the Democratic Republic of Congo

• To escape anti-balaka militias

• To find better fishing spots

Who leads the armed group near Mathias' hometown?

• Francois Cukierki

• Joseph Karogo

• Mathias

• Sipila

What is the supposed effect of the militia's ritual?

• It cures diseases

• It grants leadership abilities

• It makes a person invincible to bullets

• It improves fishing skills

What challenge is faced by the local village chief in helping new arrivals?

• Too many people affecting fish stocks

• Conflict with other villages

• Lack of food supplies

• Inability to provide shelter

What is the main concern for fishermen like Mathias regarding their temporary island homes?

• They are too far from the market

• They will be submerged once the rainy season returns

• They lack proper sanitation facilities

• They are not safe from wild animals