The protection civil department in Butembo, North Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has announced that systematic inspections will be conducted on public entertainment venues, including party rooms and other leisure places. According to a communiqué released on October 6, 2026, the inspections aim to verify the viability, safety, and conformity of these establishments. The operation, dubbed "Lisu-pro", is part of a broader initiative launched by the Director of the General Directorate of Civil Protection.
The inspections will be carried out by teams of controllers who will be deployed to verify that public entertainment venues comply with safety and protection regulations. The move is in response to a message from the Ministry of the Interior, which emphasized the need for systematic controls. The General Directorate of Civil Protection's provincial direction in North Kivu has urged owners of party rooms and other public entertainment venues to prepare for the inspections.
The "Lisu-pro" operation is aimed at ensuring that public entertainment venues are safe and compliant with regulations. The inspections will cover various aspects, including viability, safety, and protection of populations. By conducting these inspections, the authorities hope to identify and address potential risks and hazards associated with these establishments.
The announcement has been made through a communiqué released by the General Directorate of Civil Protection's provincial direction in North Kivu. The communiqué has been obtained by the Congolese press agency, ACP. According to the agency, the inspections are expected to be carried out soon, with teams of controllers being deployed to verify compliance.
The move is part of a broader effort to enhance safety and security in public entertainment venues. In recent times, there have been concerns about the safety of these establishments, particularly in the wake of various incidents. By conducting systematic inspections, the authorities aim to prevent potential risks and ensure that public entertainment venues are safe for users.
The General Directorate of Civil Protection has urged owners of party rooms and other public entertainment venues to cooperate with the inspection teams. The authorities have emphasized the importance of compliance with safety and protection regulations, and have warned that non-compliant establishments will be dealt with accordingly.
The systematic inspections are expected to be carried out in the coming days, with the authorities urging all stakeholders to cooperate. The move is seen as a positive step towards enhancing safety and security in public entertainment venues in Butembo.
Key points
- The inspections aim to verify the viability, safety, and conformity of public entertainment venues.
