Democratic Republic of the Congo

July 27, 2025

Recently, the Democratic Republic of the Congo government and the rebel group M23 signed a declaration of principles which was mediated by Qatar.

About Democratic Republic of the Congo:

  • It is located in Central Africa with the equator passing through the country.
  • Bordering countries: Angola, Republic of the Congo, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, Zambia.
  • The country also has a coastline on the Atlantic Ocean to the southwest.
  • High Point: The highest point in the Republic of the Congo is Mount Nabemba.
  • Major River: Congo River 
  • Important plateau region:
    • The plateaus are mostly covered in savanna grasslands, with patches of forests in the valleys and lower areas.
  • Lakes:It has famous lakes like Lake Tanganyika, Lake Albert, Lake Edward, Lake Kivu
  • Volcanoes: Mount Nyiragongo which is an active volcano located in Virunga Mountains.
  • Natural Resources: The DRC is rich in natural resources such as industrial diamonds, cobalt, and copper, and it has large forest reserves and significant hydroelectric potential.
  • Capital city: Kinshasa

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