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DRC opposition condemns violence at protests over constitutional changes

People march during a protest organised by opposition parties against constitutional changes proposed by President Félix Tshisekedi, in Kinshasa, DR Congo, 15 September 2026.
People march during a protest organised by opposition parties against constitutional changes proposed by President Félix Tshisekedi, in Kinshasa, DR Congo, 15 September 2026. © Samy Ntumba Shambuyi / AP Photo

Despite being authorised, an opposition protest in Kinshasa was cut short on Tuesday after clashes broke out and police dispersed demonstrators. The march was part of nationwide action against proposed constitutional changes that opponents say could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term.

Hundreds took to the streets across the Democratic Republic of Congo after the "C64" coalition of opposition forces called for a day of nationwide action on Tuesday.

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