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DR Congo

République démocratique du Congo

DR Congo is a semi-presidential republic, located in Middle Africa. Christianity is the predominant religion. Its capital is Kinshasa. About 112.8 million people live there (2025).

Capital
Kinshasa
Population
112,832,473 (2025)
Region
Africa (Middle Africa)
Area
2,344,858 km²
Demonym
Congolese
Languages
French, Lingala, Kongo, Swahili, Luba-Katanga
Form of Government
Semi-presidential republic
Religion
Christianity (95.9%)
Islam (1.3%)
Non-religious (1.3%)
Currency
Congolese franc (CDF)
GDP
$91.0B (2025)

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