At least 37 dead after a stampede at a military recruitment event in the Republic of Congo

Tuesday, 21 November 2023
A stampede at a military stadium in Republic of Congo has resulted in the death of at least 37 people. The tragedy occurred after large crowds responded to a recruitment appeal, causing a chaotic situation. As a result, all recruitment operations have been suspended in Brazzaville. An investigation will be launched to determine why the event was still taking place at midnight. The incident highlights the high youth unemployment rate and the limited job opportunities in the country.

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