Kikwit: Defendant 'Ninja' Sentenced to 5 Years of Penal Servitude for Terrorism

Aaron Kikalula Kanda, known as 'Ninja', was sentenced to five years of penal servitude by the military court in Kikwit for acts of terrorism. The verdict was delivered on April 8, 2026, along with a fine of 3 million Congolese francs in damages. The defense argued that the accused was not responsible due to epilepsy, but this was rejected by the court. The civil party, which included several victims, expressed satisfaction with the verdict, while the defense announced plans to appeal.