Kinshasa: Launch of 11 Microprojects to Combat Youth Violence

On September 22, 2026, the Ministry of Planning launched 11 community microprojects in Kinshasa's Masina and Ngaliema districts, funded by Germany through KFW and supported by UNOPS. The projects aim to promote socio-economic inclusion of youth to prevent juvenile violence, involving young people in shaping relevant policies. Local associations manage the initiatives, with planned actions to improve neighborhoods in the coming months.