Latest news in Congo? September 11th, 2026

The primary developments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo:

• Tragic School Fire and Stampede in Bukavu: At least 24 schoolchildren have died following a massive fire that triggered a stampede across two schools in the Kadutu commune of eastern Bukavu. The blaze rapidly spread through the densely populated neighborhood, destroying an estimated 300 to 500 homes and injuring dozens of others. Radio Jamaica News Online
• Ebola Outbreak Escalation: The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention reported that the ongoing Ebola outbreak has crossed 6,840 cases and 3,310 deaths. While transmission rates have stabilized in the primary epicenter of Ituri province, health authorities warned of sharp rises in newly affected neighboring areas, including North Kivu and Haut-Uélé. وكالة وام+ 1
• Eastern Security and Humanitarian Strain: Regional instability remains severe across North and South Kivu, with ongoing rebel clashes continuing to hamper emergency relief efforts, strain local hospitals, and displace civilian populations. Radio Jamaica News Online