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At least 22 dead in wedding fire in Kinshasa, Congo

A devastating fire during a wedding celebration in Kinshasa has claimed at least 22 lives. Many were injured while trying to escape.

5 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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During a wedding celebration in the Lingwala district of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, at least 22 people have died in a large fire.

The blaze broke out late Friday night and peaked in the early hours of Saturday morning. Many attendees were injured while trying to escape the rapidly spreading flames.

According to reports, the narrow corridors of the event hall were an obstacle for those trapped inside, complicating their escape.

The exact cause of the fire has not yet been confirmed by authorities. There are reports of injuries, but precise figures are currently unavailable.

The Congolese national news agency ACP has reported multiple injuries in addition to the fatalities, highlighting the severity of the situation.

The tragic incident has caused much grief and concern among the local population, as authorities conduct further investigations into the causes of this fatal fire.

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