DRC: Activists protest outside UN office in Kinshasa July 21

Event

Political activists are protesting outside of the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) headquarters in Kinshasa during the afternoon of July 21. The demonstrators are calling for the release of Salomon Kalonda and Mike Mukebayi, who are members of the opposition Together for the Republic party. Protesters are also demanding an investigation into the assassination of an opposition party deputy.

Increased security and localized disruptions are likely around the MONUSCO headquarters over the coming hours. Clashes between protesters and security forces are possible.

Advice

Avoid the protest site and its surrounding areas as a precaution. Plan for possible localized transport and business disruptions. If any violence erupt nearby, immediately depart the area and seek shelter at a safe nongovernmental building. Heed all official traffic and security advisories.