Violence of September 15: Judicial Investigation Announced to Clarify Incidents

State Minister and Minister of Justice Guillaume Ngefa has ordered a judicial investigation into the violence that occurred during the September 15, 2026 protests in Kinshasa and other locations in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The investigation will aim to clarify the circumstances of the incidents, including acts of violence, injuries, and allegations of deaths. The ministry emphasizes that the opening of this procedure does not imply guilt for those involved and highlights constitutional guarantees for those detained.