Calm has been restored in the Ngina and Mibu 1 neighborhoods of Kinshasa's N'Sele commune, following three days of clashes between youths. The violence, which occurred from September 20 to 22, 2026, had created a climate of unease among residents. According to Franck Mbo, the commune's mayor, the situation has been brought under control, with three suspects taken into custody. The clashes resulted in one fatality, and authorities have begun investigating the circumstances surrounding the violence.
Mayor Franck Mbo visited the area, accompanied by law enforcement officials, to assess the situation and engage with residents. The visit allowed authorities to gather testimony from witnesses and identify potential causes of the clashes. Mbo stated that the goal was to restore peace and ensure residents could go about their daily lives without fear. The mayor's intervention is part of ongoing efforts to enhance security in several N'Sele neighborhoods, including Bibwa and Badara.
Among those taken into custody was an individual found in possession of a Congolese National Police (PNC) uniform. However, the CIAT urbain de N'Sele officials denied that the person was one of their officers. Mbo announced that the case would be closely monitored and transferred to the judiciary to determine the individual's identity and how they obtained the uniform. Authorities aim to shed light on the incident and prevent similar occurrences.
A joint security post, staffed by the Republican Guard (GR) and PNC, has been established in the affected area to prevent further violence and enhance security. The mayor emphasized that the presence of this post would help residents regain a sense of security and allow them to go about their daily lives freely. Residents have been urged to collaborate with security services and report any suspicious activity.
The clashes in Ngina and Mibu 1 had raised concerns among residents, who were calling for increased security measures. The establishment of the joint security post is a response to these concerns and aims to provide reassurance to the community. Mayor Mbo's administration has been working to address security challenges in the area, and the recent developments are seen as a positive step towards restoring stability.
Residents have been advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The mayor's office has encouraged collaboration between residents and security services to prevent future incidents. By working together, authorities hope to maintain the calm that has been restored and ensure that the area remains secure.
The situation in Ngina and Mibu 1 is being closely monitored, and authorities are committed to maintaining peace and security in the area. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community engagement and cooperation with security services to prevent and respond to potential threats.
Key points
- - One person was killed during the three-day clashes in Kinshasa's N'Sele commune. - Three suspects were taken into custody, including one found with a PNC uniform. - A joint security post has been established to enhance security and prevent further violence.
