Republic of the Congo
Kongo
Republic of the Congo is in Africa. Here you’ll find flag, capital and neighbours to learn.
Borders: Angola, DR Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Gabon
- Capital
- Brazzaville
- Region
- Africa
- Subregion
- Zentralafrika
- Area
- 342,000 km²
- Population
- 6,484,437
- Languages
- French, Kikongo, Lingala
- Neighbours
- Angola, DR Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Gabon
Did you know?
- Geography
The Republic of the Congo and the Democratic Republic of the Congo are the only two countries whose capitals face each other directly: Brazzaville and Kinshasa, separated only by the Congo River.
- Nature
The Cuvette Centrale holds one of the largest tropical peatland complexes — storing enormous amounts of carbon.
- Culture
The “sapeurs” cultivate a distinctive dandy style with tailored designer suits — a subculture with its own code of honour.
- Nature
About two thirds of the country is covered by rainforest.
Frequently asked questions about Republic of the Congo
Brazzaville is the capital of Republic of the Congo.
Republic of the Congo is in Africa.
Republic of the Congo has about 6,484,437 inhabitants.
Republic of the Congo covers about 342,000 km².
In Republic of the Congo people speak, among others, French, Kikongo, Lingala.
Republic of the Congo borders: Angola, DR Congo, Central African Republic, Cameroon and Gabon.