The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is a vast country in the heart of Central Africa. Bordered by nine nations, it meets Angola to the southwest, Zambia to the southeast, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda to the east, Uganda and South Sudan to the northeast, the Republic of the Congo to the west and the Central African Republic to the northwest. The DRC also touches the Atlantic Ocean along a short western coastline, making it a strategic crossroads for regional trade and transport.![]()
This map provides a political overview of the DRC, highlighting its provinces, major cities, and international borders with neighboring countries, including Rwanda, Uganda, Angola, and Sudan. Key water bodies such as Lake Tanganyika and the Congo River are also displayed, emphasizing the geographic and political complexity of this vast nation.
This road map of the Democratic Republic of the Congo displays primary and secondary highways, major urban centers (Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Kisangani, Mbuji-Mayi), river routes along the Congo River, and key border crossings. Useful for planning travel, logistics and understanding national transport corridors.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the second largest country in Africa, located in central Africa. It borders nine countries, including Angola, Zambia, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda and the Republic of Congo, with the Congo River running through its centre. The capital, Kinshasa, is one of the largest cities in Africa and serves as the political, cultural and economic centre of the country.
Rich in natural resources, the DRC is home to vast mineral wealth, including cobalt, copper and diamonds, making it a key player in global supply chains. The country also boasts diverse ecosystems, from dense rainforests in the Congo Basin to savannahs and volcanic mountains in the east. Despite its natural wealth, the DRC faces challenges such as political instability and economic inequality, but it remains a country of immense cultural and environmental significance.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is located in the heart of Central Africa. It borders nine countries: Angola to the southwest, Zambia to the southeast, Tanzania, Burundi and Rwanda to the east, Uganda and South Sudan to the northeast, the Republic of Congo to the west and the Central African Republic to the northwest. It also has a small coastline along the Atlantic Ocean on its western border.
The country's location on the equator gives it a tropical climate and lush rainforests, particularly in the Congo Basin, which is the second largest rainforest in the world after the Amazon. The Congo River, one of the world's longest and most powerful rivers, flows through the country, playing a crucial role in transportation and supporting diverse ecosystems.
On a world map, the DRC is located in the central part of Africa, making it a geographical and ecological hub. Its vast size and natural resources, including minerals and biodiversity, underline its importance not only within Africa but also on a global scale.
This chart illustrates GDP per capita in purchasing power parity (PPA) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo compared to Central Africa and the overall continent from 2000 to 2008. It highlights significant economic growth trends, with a focus on the DRC's increasing GDP growth rate over the years.
This map highlights the transportation network of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, including key rivers like the Congo River and its tributaries, major railway routes, and cities such as Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Kisangani, and Matadi. It also marks lakes such as Albert, Tanganyika, and Mai-Ndombe, illustrating the country’s reliance on waterways for transportation and trade.
This map highlights the primary languages spoken across the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kikongo in the west, Lingala in the north and central areas, Tshiluba in the south-central regions, and Swahili in the eastern part of the country. Major cities like Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, and Kisangani are also marked.