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Congo - Kinshasa

The Congo - Kinshasa region is located in the central African country of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the country's largest region, and is home to its capital city, Kinshasa. The region is bordered by the countries of Angola, the Central African Republic, the Republic of the Congo, and Zambia. The Congo - Kinshasa region is home to over 80 million people, making it one of the most populous regions in Africa. The region is extremely diverse, with over 200 different ethnic groups present. The majority of the population is Christian, although there is a significant Muslim minority. The region is an important economic center for the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The capital city of Kinshasa is a major financial hub, and the region is home to many of the country's largest companies. The region's economy is also heavily reliant on agriculture, with crops such as coffee, cocoa, and tobacco being grown in large quantities. The Congo - Kinshasa region has a long history, dating back to the Kingdom of Kongo which was established in the 14th century. The region was later colonized by the Belgians, and gained independence in 1960. Since then, the region has been plagued by political instability and conflict. In recent years, the region has begun to stabilized, and is now working towards a bright future.

Date format

Calendar
First workday
Monday
Weekend
Saturday - Sunday

Measurement units

Measurement system
Metric
Length units
Kilometer
Meter
Centimeter
Area units
Square kilometer
Hectare
Square meter
Square centimeter
Speed unit
Kilometer per hour
Temperature unit
Celsius

Population
101.78M
Literacy percentage
66.8%
Official language