Latest news in Congo? September 28th, 2026
28-09-2026
Key developments in the Democratic Republic of the Congo around September 28, 2026:
Ebola Outbreak Reaches Grim Milestone: The ongoing Ebola epidemicdriven by the Bundibugyo strainofficially exceeded 8,000 cases and 3,900 deaths, according to figures released by the public health institute. It is the deadliest outbreak in the nation’s history and the second-largest globally on record.
whbl.comNational Mourning After Fatal Military Plane Crash: The government observed three days of national mourning following the crash of an L-410 transport aircraft near Kenge in Kwango province. The crash claimed up to 17 lives, including two of the country’s most senior military figures: Lieutenant General Joseph Mutombo Katalayi Tiende (President of the High Military Court) and Lieutenant General Lucien-René Likulia Bakumi (Auditor General of the FARDC).
pan african visions+ 1Lake Kivu Boat Accident: Maritime authorities launched search and rescue operations after a passenger vessel capsized on Lake Kivu, leaving at least 12 people confirmed dead and dozens reported missing.
Eastern Security and Diplomatic Tensions: Clashes and humanitarian strains persist in eastern provinces, with ongoing monitoring by the UN and international rights groups regarding civilian protection and militia activity involving M23 and the ADF.