DR Congo
Country-level data
Overview
Everything measured for this country, at a glance.
DR Congo
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Kinshasa112 832 473 people2 344 860 km²CDF
Head of state Félix Tshisekedi
Head of government Ilunga Ilunkamba Sylvestre
Background
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), also known as the DR Congo, Congo-Kinshasa, or simply the Congo, and formerly named Zaire, is a country in Central Africa. By land area, it is the second-largest country in Africa and the eleventh-largest in the world. With a population of about 124 million people, the Democratic Republic of the Congo is the fourth-most populous country in Africa and the most populous Francophone country in the world. French is the official and most widely spoken language. There are over 200 indigenous languages, of which Lingala is the most widely spoken. The capital, largest city, and economic center is Kinshasa. The DRC is bordered by the Republic of the Congo,
Country & Institutions
Key facts, governance and practical references.
Country data
Essential facts
Public indicators
Emergency numbers2
- Police — 114National numbers. Confirm with local authorities before travelling.
- Fire brigade — 113
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Upcoming public holidays1
- Christmas DayDecember 25
Economy & Finance
Growth, prices, trade, currencies and official statistics.
Exchange rateOct 28, 2026
Economic outlook
International trade
Crypto market
Society & Development
Population, health, education and employment.
Social indicators
Demographics
Employment by sector
- Employment in agriculture58.5%
- Employment in industry8.0%
- Employment in services33.5%
Climate & Environment
Weather, air quality, climate, fires and wildlife.
Fires1
Climate and energy
Animals
Most observed
Near extinction
Fish
Most observed
Near extinction
Plants
Most observed
Near extinction
GBIF observations; threat status from the IUCN Red List (CR / EN / VU). Not a complete inventory.
Transport & Infrastructure
Ports, airports, shipping and international connectivity.
Ports & maritime transport40
- Akpo Oil TerminalNigeria
- BananaCongo (Kinshasa)
- BataEquatorial Guinea
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- BomaCongo (Kinshasa)
- CabindaAngola
- Cap LopezGabon
- Ceiba TerminalEquatorial Guinea
- CogoEquatorial Guinea
- Dalia TerminalAngola
- Djeno TerminalCongo (Brazzaville)
- Dussafu TerminalCongo (Brazzaville)
- Egina Oil TerminalNigeria
- Estrela Oil FieldAngola
- Etame TerminalGabon
- Futila TerminalAngola
- Gamba Oil TerminalGabon
- Girassol TerminalAngola
- Greater Plutonio TerminalAngola
- Kizomba A TerminalAngola
- Kizomba B TerminalAngola
- Kizomba C TerminalAngola
- Kuito Oil FieldAngola
- LibrevilleGabon
- LobitoAngola
- LuandaAngola
- LubaEquatorial Guinea
- MalaboEquatorial Guinea
- Malongo Oil TerminalAngola
- MatadiCongo (Kinshasa)
- M'bya Oil TerminalGabon
- Moudi Marine TerminalCameroon
- N'kossa TerminalCongo (Brazzaville)
- Oguendjo TerminalGabon
- Olowi Marine TerminalGabon
- Palanca TerminalAngola
- Pointe NoireCongo (Brazzaville)
- Port GentilGabon
- Porto AmboimAngola
- Porto Do AmbrizAngola
- Port OwendoGabon
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Security & Risks
Earthquakes, alerts, hazards on the map and world attention.
World attention
- 55 readers a day (30-day average)
- +13 % against the previous 30 days
Sockets and voltage2
Signal map123
Legend
- Fires 120
- Volcanoes 2
- Satellites (calculated) 1
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- Medium
- Low
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Travel & Local life
Places to see, travel advice, food and radio.
Places to see6
Travel advice & alerts7
- Latest updateNew information and guidance about the ongoing Ebola outbreak in DRC (see 'Warnings and insurance' and 'Health' pages).
- Warnings and insuranceYour travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Area…
- Entry requirementsThis information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding…
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- Safety and securityThis guide also has safety advice for regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) . Terrorism There is a high threat of terrorist…
- Regional risksThis section has safety advice for regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo. It only covers regions where the Foreign, Commonwealth &…
- HealthBefore you travel check that: your destination can provide the healthcare you may need you have appropriate travel insurance for local treat…
- Getting helpThe Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and…
UK FCDO
Traveller's guide1
- Democratic Republic of the CongoThe Democratic Republic of the Congo is the largest and most populous country in Central Africa, as well as the world's largest Francophone country.
Live radio6
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- Innovation FMfrench,kikongo,lingala,tshiluba
- Gospel FMfrench
- Radio Mix Congolaiseenglish,french
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Science & Space
Daylight, flights overhead, satellites and space weather.
Satellites · CelesTrak1
- METEOSAT-11 (MSG-4)SGP4 · 35791 km · epoch 2026-10-27T16:46:14.140992
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