The sporting community in the Democratic Republic of Congo is in mourning following the killing of Vally Amisi, a football club executive and prominent entrepreneur, whose death has sent shockwaves through Kinshasa.
Amisi, vice-president of Nouvelle Vie Bomoko FC, was found dead in the Gombe district of the capital after what authorities believe was a kidnapping.
His body was discovered with gunshot wounds, bringing a tragic end to several hours of uncertainty after he had reportedly been abducted by unidentified armed individuals.
Details surrounding the incident suggest a targeted attack.
According to accounts from his family, Amisi was intercepted and taken by unknown assailants before later being killed.
His body was subsequently found near Hotel Beatrice, intensifying concerns over security in one of Kinshasa’s most prominent areas.
Reports indicate that Amisi had last been seen leaving Hotel Hilton at around 23:00 on the night of the incident.
The sequence of events that followed remains unclear, and the motives behind the killing have yet to be established.
His death has triggered widespread reaction across both the sporting world and the wider public.
On social media and within football circles, there has been an outpouring of grief and anger, with many calling for those responsible to be brought to justice.
At Nouvelle Vie Bomoko FC, where Amisi served as vice-president, the mood has been described as sombre. Club officials have paid tribute to his contribution, highlighting his influence within the organisation and the broader football community.
“Vally was a pillar of the club; his commitment to Congolese football was absolute. His passing leaves a void we don’t know how to fill,” confides a member of the management, his voice trembling.
Beyond his role in football, Amisi was also the president of the Fédération Congolaise de Netball (FECONET), underlining his involvement across multiple sporting disciplines in the country.
His work as an entrepreneur further cemented his reputation as a rising figure in Kinshasa’s business and sports landscape.
The Kinshasa Provincial Football Association (EPFKIN) has extended its condolences, reflecting the broader sense of loss felt across the local league.
However, his death has also prompted deeper concerns about the safety of individuals involved in sport and public life within the city.
Authorities have yet to issue an official statement detailing the progress of the investigation or potential suspects.
The lack of clarity has only heightened anxiety among residents and members of the sporting community, many of whom are demanding swift action.
As tributes continue to pour in, attention is now turning to the investigation and the search for answers.
