# DR Congo: At least 24 children killed in school fire

https://mins.news/en/video/55909

- France 24 English, 2026-09-12 14:17 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Taq8KhLMvt8

> At least 24 children died when a fire broke out at a school in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. The blaze reportedly began during classes, prompting some children to try escaping by jumping from upper floors. Adults were also reported dead, as investigators examine the cause.

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