Lubumbashi: Demolition of Mzée Kabila Market to Make Way for a Modern Infrastructure

Authorities in Lubumbashi demolished the Mzée Kabila market on October 1, 2026, under tight security with the presence of FARDC and the national police. Vendors were forced to evacuate their goods as part of a modernization project to build a new, modern market on the current site. Four temporary markets were provided to allow vendors to continue trading during construction, although some expressed concerns about their relocation.