Bridge collapse in DR Congo reignites debate about mining revenues

A key bridge collapsed on Monday in the village of Hombo in eastern DR Congo, sending several people into the river below, France 24 reports. The area sits near one of the region's most lucrative mines, and the collapse has reignited debate over whether mining revenues are being used to maintain critical infrastructure.

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