The Bridge Collapse Exposes Congo's Resource Curse The bridge collapse in Hombo, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has reignited debate about the impact of mining revenues on local development.
On June 3, a wooden bridge gave way to the Luhoho River, stranding people and commerce on either side. The incident highlights the dire state of infrastructure in Walikale territory.
The collapse is part of a larger problem. In late April, two bridges in the same region collapsed within 24 hours, killing two people, including a child.