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Republic of the Congo
Forests and Rivers Shape the Congo
Overview
A Central African nation straddling the equator, with dense rainforest, significant oil reserves, and the lively capital Brazzaville facing Kinshasa across the Congo River.
Geographic Context
Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Land Area
342,000 km²
Capital
Brazzaville
Languages
French, Kikongo, Lingala
Currencies
Central African CFA franc (Fr)
At a Glance
27
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
13
Freedom
40
Life Expectancy
63.2 yrs
Median Age
18.3 yrs
Urbanization
70%
Cost Index
35
Housing Index
27
Healthcare Access
15/100
Climate
Average Temperature
25.1°C
Average AQI
57
Most Temperate Cities
1 Impfondo 26.1°C
2 Ewo 25.7°C
3 Ouésso 25.6°C
4 Owando 25.6°C
5 Pointe-Noire 25.3°C
Best Air Quality Cities
1 Dolisie 57 AQI
2 Kayes 57 AQI
3 Ouésso 57 AQI
4 Impfondo 57 AQI
5 Madingou 57 AQI
Cities
Economy & Finance
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 16
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 2.00% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 87 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025
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