# Recognition of peace efforts in Republic of the Congo

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/recognition-of-peace-efforts-in-republic-of-the-congo
> Updated: 2026-09-26T17:03:14.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

In late August 2026, President Denis Sassou N’Guesso of the Republic of the Congo awarded an honorary medal to Simon Kimbangu Kiangani, the spiritual leader of the Kimbanguist Church, for his commitment to peace. The presentation occurred in two stages, with the official ceremony held in Nkamba on August 26.

Following this, on September 26, the Boundji Youth Collective organized a sporting walk through Brazzaville to mark the International Day of Peace. The event honored President Sassou N’Guesso for his contributions to national reconciliation and regional diplomacy, specifically citing his role in the 1999 cessation of hostilities and his work as an African Union mediator.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-26: Brazzaville sporting walk honors President Denis Sassou N’Guesso

The Boundji Youth Collective held a sporting walk in Brazzaville to honor President Denis Sassou N’Guesso for his efforts in promoting national and international peace and stability.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazzaville-sporting-walk-honors-president-denis-sassou-nguesso

### 2026-08-31: Simon Kimbangu Kiangani awarded honorary medal by Congo President

Congolese President Denis Sassou N’Guesso awarded an honorary medal to Kimbanguist spiritual leader Simon Kimbangu Kiangani for his commitment to peace.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/simon-kimbangu-kiangani-awarded-honorary-medal-by-congo-president

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