DRC: In Bukavu, victims of the deadly fire buried in sorrow
Author: AfricaNewsPublished on: September 14, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of Congo
Society & Lifestyle

At least 26 children died on September 10 in a fire followed by a stampede at a school in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo. The funerals took place on Monday at the Ruzizi cemetery, attended by relatives, members of the M23 armed group, and Red Cross officials. The exact circumstances of the fire and stampede remain unclear, raising concerns about housing safety in the area.
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