Concerns about the radioactive site of KCC in Kolwezi, diggers still present despite health alert

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: April 7, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Society & Lifestyle
Concerns about the radioactive site of KCC in Kolwezi, diggers still present despite health alert

The situation around the T17 embankment of KCC in Kolwezi is concerning, with radioactive substances reported since March 27. Despite the government's health alert, artisanal diggers continue to access the site, and security measures have yet to be implemented. Civil society is calling for vigilance and awareness among local populations about the dangers of radioactivity.

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