location: Kananga
notes: Clashes were reported between the Kamwina Nsapu militia and military forces around Kananga airport and in the city centre. The militia allegedly managed to take control of the airport at one point during the 2-days of clashes, but were later ousted from their position after being surrounded. At least 28 people were killed in the violence, allegedly primarily militiamen but also including 8 deaths among Congolese forces. At least 3 civilians were killed, including a hostess of Congo Airways, during the clashes. Between 52-185 militiamen were captured in the fighting. 30 civilians were also injured. Other sources had the casualty figures from 46 to 'hundreds'.
target_text: location: Kananga, fatalities: 7