At least 20 killed in school fire in rebel-held DR Congo city
- Posted on September 10, 2026
- By Al Jazeera
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In brief
A devastating fire has claimed the lives of at least 20 individuals in Bukavu, a city under M23 rebel control in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Primary school children were among the victims of this tragic incident. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation. Local authorities and emergency responders are assessing the full extent of casualties and damage. This catastrophe highlights ongoing security challenges and infrastructure vulnerabilities in conflict-affected regions of eastern DRC.
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At least 20 killed in school fire in rebel-held DR Congo city
Victims from the fire in AFC/M23-held Bukavu include primary school students, say officials and media reports.
