31 Dead in Stampede at Military Recruitment Event in Republic of Congo

Government Covers Medical and Funeral Expenses as Investigation into Cause of Tragedy Begins

31 people were killed and dozens injured in a stampede at a military recruitment event in the Republic of Congo.
The stampede occurred at the Ornano stadium in Brazzaville, the country's capital, where people had been waiting for hours to submit their applications.
The Congolese Armed Forces Command has suspended further recruitment events in Brazzaville following the tragedy.
The government is covering the medical bills for the 145 injured people and the funeral expenses for the deceased.
An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the tragedy.