# Kampene protest targets alleged illegal mining by Chinese firms

> Residents and artisanal mining cooperatives staged a shutdown in Maniema, demanding action over sites they say are occupied unlawfully.

- **Source date:** 2026-10-06
- **Original source:** [Radio Okapi](https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/10/06/actualite/societe/la-societe-civile-decrete-une-journee-ville-morte-kampene-pour-denoncer)
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## Local protest in Maniema

Radio Okapi reported on 6 October that a protest day was observed in Kampene on 5 October. Civil society groups and artisanal mining cooperatives called for shops, businesses and markets to close over alleged occupation of mining sites by Femetal Mining and Consortium.

[Radio Okapi](https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/10/06/actualite/societe/la-societe-civile-decrete-une-journee-ville-morte-kampene-pour-denoncer)

## Calls for suspension

Local representatives accused the companies of illegal mining and militarising mining areas, and submitted a memorandum seeking immediate suspension of their activities. These are allegations reported by local groups; the article does not describe a government finding or adjudicated violation.

[Radio Okapi](https://www.radiookapi.net/2026/10/06/actualite/societe/la-societe-civile-decrete-une-journee-ville-morte-kampene-pour-denoncer)

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