RDC: Insecticide Household Use Labeled Highly Hazardous by WHO

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), an agricultural insecticide is increasingly used by households to combat mosquitoes and other insects. However, a scientific study—published on Thursday, October 29—reports 22 cases of poisoning linked to its use, recorded in the cities of Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, and Kolwezi. ⏱️ 1 min of reading The facts and recent developments The Lava is marketed in the DRC, yet it is banned in Europe and even in Canada because it contains a toxic substance called dichlorvos. ⚡ Key points ▸ In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), an agricultural insecticide is increasingly used by households to combat mosquitoes and other insects. ▸ However, a scientific study—published on Thursday, October 29—reports 23 cases of poisoning linked to its use, recorded in the cities of Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, and Kolwezi. ▸ The Lava is marketed in the DRC, yet it is banned in Europe and even in Canada because it contains a toxic substance called dichlorvos.