Location: Goma Event: Embassy Kinshasa advises U.S. citizens to avoid the area around Virunga National Park in Goma. On May 11, just north of Goma rebels attacked a convoy and killed a park ranger and kidnapped two tourists traveling within Virunga Park. Kidnappings in the Eastern Congo remain a serious concern, and are one of …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism
Location: Goma Event: Embassy Kinshasa advises U.S. citizens to avoid the area around the Karibu Hotel in Goma. On April 30, individuals armed with machetes attempted to enter and occupy Karibu Hotel property. Local security authorities dispersed the individuals and reported no injuries. Reports say that this incident may be associated with a land dispute …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & The Democratic Republic of the Congo
DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO October 16, 2017 The Department of State warns U.S. citizens to avoid unnecessary travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) because of ongoing instability and sporadic violence in many parts of the country. Very poor transportation infrastructure throughout the DRC, and poor security conditions in the Eastern Congo …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & The Democratic Republic of the Congo
The U.S. Embassy has received reports of violent clashes and fighting between government forces and militia groups in and around the area of Uvira in South Kivu. As the security situation has degraded significantly around Uvira, the Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid travel to Uvira and exercise caution in all parts of South Kivu. …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism
The U.S. Embassy has learned that on August 15, the Bundu dia Kongo (BDK) separatist group released a video calling for protests on Monday, August 21. On August 7, protests led by the BDK resulted in violence and several fatalities in Kinshasa and other cities. Nevertheless, it is unclear whether protests will materialize or turn …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 21 August, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism
The U.S. Embassy has learned that opposition groups have called for a general strike, or “Ville Morte,” in Kinshasa from August 8-9. As with any planned political event, there may be disruptions to transportation and road blockages in and around Kinshasa. U.S. citizens are advised to exercise caution and to limit non-essential trips. Even demonstrations …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 4 August, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & The Democratic Republic of the Congo
The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa informs U.S. citizens that numerous checkpoints have been observed throughout Kinshasa since the Makala Prison break. The U.S. Embassy reminds U.S. citizens of the following guidance when approaching these checkpoints: Slow down when approaching checkpoints. Turn on your interior vehicle light at night. Stop your vehicle at the checkpoint as …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: security issues
1. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens to avoid unnecessary travel to the DRC. There is ongoing instability and sporadic violence in many parts of the DRC. Very poor transportation infrastructure throughout the country and poor security conditions in eastern DRC make it difficult for the U.S. Embassy to provide consular services anywhere outside …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 30 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism | Tags: travel to DRC, warning for U.S. citizens
The U.S. Department of State warns U.S. citizens of ongoing instability and sporadic violence in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The potential for civil unrest remains high in Kinshasa and other major cities. In addition armed groups, bandits, and some elements of the Congolese armed forces continue to engage in murder, kidnapping, and robbery …
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By U.S. Embassy Kinshasa | 7 October, 2016 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services