Delphin Katembo Vinywasiki, widely known as Delcat Idengo, has been tragically killed while filming a music video in Goma, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

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Authorities found the musician’s lifeless body on Thursday, with reports indicating he suffered a gunshot wound to the head. The identity of his killers remains unknown.

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Known for his fearless lyrics, Idengo often criticized both the Congolese government and rebel groups. His latest song, Bunduki (Swahili for "weapon"), condemned rebel forces occupying Goma.

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The singer recently escaped incarceration after M23 rebels stormed Goma. He had previously been jailed for encouraging protests and challenging President Félix Tshisekedi’s leadership.

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News of Idengo’s murder sparked outrage in his hometown of Beni, where protesters took to the streets calling for justice.

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Congolese officials have strongly condemned the murder, while opposition figures are pushing for a full investigation and swift justice.

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Idengo’s death is a grim reminder of the worsening security crisis in eastern DRC, where relentless violence has claimed thousands of lives with no end in sight.

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#RDC : Ni l’horreur, ni la terreur, encore moins le recours intempestif aux armes contre les civils innocents ne pourront éteindre la flamme de la résistance à #Goma et dans tout le pays. Dans la liste de nos martyrs s’est ajouté aujourd’hui, Indico Declat. Lui avait choisi… pic.twitter.com/iwEI7TRyfL— Patrick Muyaya (@PatrickMuyaya) February 13, 2025

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