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5/19/2024 | Report Alerts

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Security Alert: Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Ongoing Security Activity and Reports of Gunfire

Location: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

Event: Ongoing activity by DRC security elements and reports of gunfire in the Gombe area near Blvd Tshatshi.

Actions to Take:

Avoid the affected area.
Be aware of your surroundings.
Monitor local media for updates.
Review your personal security plans.
Keep a low profile.

Assistance:

U.S. Embassy Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, 310 Avenue des Aviateurs, Kinshasa/Gombe, +243 81-556-0151/0152 or +243-972-616-193 (after hours and weekends).
ACSKinshasa@state.gov
https://cd.usembassy.gov/

U.S. State Department, Bureau of Consular Affairs, +1 888-407-4747 or +1 202-501-4444

Democratic Republic of Congo Country Information

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Security Alert: Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of the Congo), Ongoing Security Activity and Reports of Gunfire

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