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DR Congo flag DR Congo

Heart of African Rainforest

Overview

Africa's second-largest country by area, home to vast mineral wealth, the Congo River basin's dense rainforest, and extraordinary biodiversity amid ongoing instability.

Geographic Context

Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Land Area
2,344,858 km²
Capital
Kinshasa
Languages
French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili
Currencies
Congolese franc (FC)

At a Glance

43
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
21
Freedom
64
Life Expectancy
61.6 yrs
Median Age
15.8 yrs
Urbanization
48%
Cost Index
38
Housing Index
17
Healthcare Access
25/100

Climate

Average Temperature
24.5°C
Average AQI
57

Most Temperate Cities

1 Bandundu 26.7°C
2 Mushie 26.4°C
3 Mbandaka 26.3°C
4 Inongo 26.3°C
5 Gbadolite 26.2°C

Best Air Quality Cities

1 Kasaji 57 AQI
2 Kasongo-Lunda 57 AQI
3 Kinshasa 57 AQI
4 Mbuji-Mayi 57 AQI
5 Lubumbashi 57 AQI

Frequently Asked Questions

Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025

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