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At least 22 killed in Kinshasa wedding fire as cause remains unclear
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— Sep 5, 2026
A fire at a wedding venue in Lingwala, Kinshasa, killed at least 22 people and injured several others, with the toll expected to rise as authorities investigate the cause. The incident underscores the recurring danger of deadly fires in Kinshasa’s dense, under-served urban areas, even as Congo faces a severe Ebola outbreak that has heightened health strains across the country.
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Congo Police Disperse Protests Over Constitutional Changes
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— Sep 14, 2026
Protests across Kinshasa and other cities in the Democratic Republic of Congo against proposed constitutional amendments that could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term, with police using tear gas and warning shots to disperse crowds amid clashes between demonstrators and pro-government supporters. The demonstrations, linked to the C64 opposition coalition, reflect deep unease about extending presidential tenure and democratic limits in the country.
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