DRC: Cyclist Miguel Masaïsaï died in a road accident in Congo-Brazzaville

Congolese cyclist Miguel Masaïsaï died on September 18, 2026, in a road accident in Ouesso, near the border with Cameroon. He had embarked on a cycling journey across Africa called 'Pedals for Peace,' aiming to cover approximately 14,000 kilometers. His route took him through several African countries, and he had recently left Kinshasa to continue his journey in Congo-Brazzaville. Miguel Masaïsaï advocated for peace in Eastern DRC, particularly for his hometown, Goma.