Democratic Republic of Congo: President Félix Tshisekedi Expresses Compassion for Victims of the Tragic Incident in Mbanza-Ngungu

Candidate No. 20 in the presidential election, President Félix Tshisekedi, has suspended his campaign activities in the field for three days as a sign of respect and compassion for the victims of the incident that occurred on Friday, December 1st in Mbanza-Ngungu, in the province of Kongo-Central.

The incident that followed the election rally resulted in the tragic loss of human lives and left several other compatriots injured. Faced with this painful situation, candidate President Félix Tshisekedi expresses his deepest condolences to the affected families and wishes to pay tribute to the memory of the deceased.

A special team, led by the political director of Félix Tshisekedi’s campaign, has been dispatched to provide support and accompany the families of the victims in the necessary procedures. This team will ensure that support for the families is provided in accordance with the humanitarian values that the candidate President staunchly upholds.

President Félix Tshisekedi also urges the relevant authorities to take appropriate security measures to ensure the protection of individuals during electoral gatherings of different candidates. The safety of citizens is of utmost priority, and it is imperative that appropriate measures be implemented to avoid such incidents in the future.

During this period of mourning and reflection, President Félix Tshisekedi calls for national unity and mutual support. He encourages all citizens to stand together in solidarity in the face of adversity and to work together for peace and stability in the country.

Obiang