Retracing the Congolese March Where Dido Kakisingi was Killed

This report reconstructs, through open-source evidence and geolocation, the events surrounding the November 28, 2023 political march in Kindu, DRC, where opposition figure Dido Kakisingi was killed amid clashes between supporters of Moise Katumbi and those of President Félix Tshisekedi, and subsequent gunfire near security forces. It details the march’s route, the closure of a traditional rally venue, the location and aftermath of Kakisingi’s death, escalating confrontations, and shots fired as the procession diverted and later concluded. Post-event, it notes conflicting narratives about the cause of death, ongoing justice efforts, arrests in January 2024, and the October 2024 conviction of two men, while highlighting that responsibility for Kakisingi’s killing remains disputed due to limited official disclosure.