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DR Congo deploys traffic brigade in Kinshasa

A new mixed brigade will start work on Monday, November 9, 2026, to ease road congestion.

Kinshasa will see a new mixed brigade begin operations on Monday, November 9, 2026. This unit is tasked with combating traffic jams and improving the flow of vehicles on the city's roads.

The brigade's deployment aims to regulate road traffic and reduce the significant congestion experienced in the capital. Officials stated the unit will work to make travel smoother for residents.

The initiative is a direct response to the daily challenges faced by commuters in Kinshasa. The brigade's actions are expected to bring immediate changes to the city's transportation system.

Why it mattersKinshasa residents will experience smoother commutes due to the new traffic brigade.