DRC Walikale: Bridge Connecting Hombo Village Collapses While Students Were Crossing To School - What Is Government Doing?

DRC | Walikale - Hombo Bridge Collapse* A shocking incident has been reported from Walikale Territory in North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo. The wooden bridge connecting the village of Hombo to the town of Walikale collapsed while students were crossing on their way to school, causing several of them to fall into the brown river below. The incident was captured in a viral video shared by Free Africa, showing the moment the bridge gave way with people on it. *When did it happen?* According to reports, the bridge collapsed on June 3, 2026, in Hombo. Local sources say no one died in the collapse, but the situation has become very difficult for the local population. *Why this bridge is important* Hombo is located in one of the most remote parts of Walikale. The village is divided by the Luhoho River and the two parts belong to two different administrative sectors. The bridge is not only for students but also vital for commerce. Hombo North gets most of its food from fields in Hombo East, so the collapse is now causing food shortages. A local journalist based in Walikale, Augustin Mbula, said the bridge urgently needs to be repaired. Local residents have tried to build a makeshift bridge themselves, but they say it is extremely dangerous and could collapse at any moment. The community is now calling on the Congolese government for urgent help. *Video Credit:* Free Africa / Facebook *Disclaimer:* This article is for news and awareness purposes only. Information sourced from public reports and social media. LABELS: DRC News, Walikale, Hombo Bridge Collapse, Congo News, North Kivu, Africa News, Free Africa