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Three dead at burnt headquarters of Congo opposition party

Three dead at burnt headquarters of Congo opposition party

By REUTERS

Congolese opposition supporters chant slogans during a march to press President Joseph Kabila to step down in the Democratic Republic of Congo's capital Kinshasa, on September 19, 2016. Photo: Reuters

KINSHAS: The charred remains of three people were visible on Tuesday inside the headquarters of one of Democratic Republic of Congo main opposition parties, which was set on fire overnight after a day of violent protests, a witness said. At least 17 people died on Monday in clashes between security forces and protesters angered by what they say is a bid by President Joseph Kabila to extend his rule over Africa's top copper producer. READ ALSO: