Congo, also known as the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) or Congo-Kinshasa, is divided into 26 provinces. Here is a list of all the provinces in Congo-Kinshasa:
Provinces in Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Bas-Uele
- Haut-Uele
- Ituri
- Tshopo
- Haute-Lomami
- Maniema
- South Kivu
- North Kivu
- Ituri
- Tshopo
- Haut-Uele
- Bas-Uele
- Tshuapa
- Mongala
- Nord-Ubangi
- Sud-Ubangi
- Équateur
- Tshuapa
- Mongala
- Nord-Ubangi
- Sud-Ubangi
- Équateur
- Tshuapa
- Mongala
- Nord-Ubangi
- Sud-Ubangi
Quick Facts
| Category | Quick Facts |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Africa |
| Capital | Kinshasa |
| Official Language | French |
| Population | Approximately 101 million as of 2021 estimate |
| Area | Approximately 2,344,858 square kilometers (905,355 square miles) |
| Geography | Diverse landscape with rainforests, savannas, and the Congo River |
| Independence | From Belgium on June 30, 1960 |
| Government | Unitary semi-presidential republic |
| Currency | Congolese franc (CDF) |
| Notable Places | Virunga National Park, Mount Stanley, Livingstone Falls |
| Official Website | https://www.primature.gouv.cd/ |
What are the 11 provinces of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo is divided into 12 departments, not provinces. They are listed here: Departments in Congo (Brazzaville).
How many provinces has DRC?
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has 26 provinces. These provinces are listed above
What are the 9 countries of the DRC?
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) shares its borders with a total of 9 countries. These neighboring countries are:
- Republic of the Congo (known as Congo-Brazzaville)
- Central African Republic
- South Sudan
- Uganda
- Rwanda
- Burundi
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Angola
How many territories are there in the DRC?
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is divided into 26 provinces, including one city-province. These provinces serve as administrative divisions within the country.
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