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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 16, 2026Miami-Dade County

Police fire tear gas to disperse Congo protests against constitutional changes

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Police in Congo fired tear gas on Tuesday to break up a demonstration by hundreds of people opposing constitutional changes. Protesters expressed concern that the changes could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office.

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Why It Matters

Residents and demonstrators face police intervention during public gatherings regarding potential constitutional modifications that could impact presidential term limits.

Key Facts

  • Police in Congo fired tear gas on Tuesday.
  • Hundreds of people participated in demonstrations.
  • Protesters opposed proposed constitutional changes.
  • Participants stated the constitutional changes could allow President Félix Tshisekedi to seek a third term in office.

Who's Mentioned

locationKinshasa“Capital of Congo and site of protests”locationLubumbashi“City in eastern Congo”PersonPatrick Muyaya“Congolese government spokesperson”locationKINSHASA“City in Congo”OrganizationC64“Opposition coalition that organized demonstrations”OrganizationM23“Armed group in eastern provinces”PersonFélix Tshisekedi“President of Congo”locationKindu“City in eastern Congo”PersonMartin Fayulu“Opposition leader”locationCongo“Country where protests occurred”OrganizationNational Assembly“Lower chamber considering the constitutional bill”OrganizationAP“News agency reporting the event”