Congolese Authorities Ban Rallies Ahead of Elections

A temporary ban on political protests was imposed by the government of the Democratic Republic of Congo amid fears that violence will intensify in the run-up to the country's November elections.

Queuing to vote in the 2006 presidential and provincial elections.

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