Republic of the Congo
Central Africa, Republic of the Congo
Republic of the Congo
People from 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 Republic of the Congo
- Capital city: Brazzaville.
- Oil-rich nation on the western coast of Central Africa.
- Known for tropical rainforests, diverse wildlife, and timber production.
- French is the official language with many indigenous languages spoken.
Nearby Places
Other places in the region and their demonyms
Quick Facts
- Population:
- 6,106,869 (2024 est.)
- Country:
- Republic of the Congo
- Region:
- Central Africa