Unemployed youth in Mbuji-Mayi turn to street car washing to earn a living

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: June 8, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Unemployed youth in Mbuji-Mayi turn to street car washing to earn a living

In Mbuji-Mayi, unemployed youth are turning to street car washing to earn a living. Adolphe Kabuetela uses this work to fund his studies and prefers it to stealing. Customers like Jean Mbuyi are satisfied with the service. However, the occupation of sidewalks raises concerns.

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