Kinshasa, September 6th, 2026 (CPA). – The Kinshasa Provincial Assembly (APK), in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, has expressed its sincere condolences to the families affected by the fire that broke out during the night between Friday and Saturday, causing around ten deaths in a party room in Lingwala, a municipality in the north of the Congolese capital, according to a statement released on Sunday.
“At this painful time, the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly extends its sincere condolences to the bereaved families and wishes a speedy recovery to those injured,” it is read in the APK statement. “It is with deep sadness that the Kinshasa Provincial Assembly has learnt of the tragedy that occurred at the Panacee party room, which has resulted in several deaths and numerous injuries,” the source has indicated. “We solemnly call on party rooms to make the safety of human lives an absolute priority, paying particular attention to emergency exits, fire extinguishers, electrical installations and compliance with capacity limits,” the statement has emphasised.
“We also urge the relevant authorities to step up inspections and ensure that safety standards are strictly enforced,” the source has insisted. A reminder is also issued regarding the importance of strict adherence to safety standards in public places: “Beyond our grief, this tragedy reminds us of the importance of strictly adhering to safety standards in public places in order to save lives,” the statement has concluded.