Democratic Republic of the Congo
Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Democratic Republic of the Congo
People from Democratic Republic of the Congo are called:
Male/General:
Congolese
Pronunciation:
/ˌkɒŋɡəˈliːz/
Etymology & Origin
Named after the Congo River, from the Kikongo word 'nzadi' meaning 'river'.
About Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Capital city: Kinshasa.
- Second-largest country in Africa by area, rich in natural resources.
- Known for vast rainforests, mineral wealth (cobalt, copper, diamonds), and diverse cultures.
- French is official language with over 200 indigenous languages spoken.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 109,276,265 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Region:
- Central Africa