Congo Country Overview

 

Republic of the Congo

Congo Country Overview. The official name is the Republic of the Congo. Additionally, commonly referred to as the Congo Republic or Congo-Brazzaville.

African map highlighting Congo Republic ocation.

1. Where is Congo Republic located?
   

   Congo Republic is located in the west coast of central Africa. Congo Republic borders the following countries; to the southeast by the DR Congo, to its northwest by Cameroon and its northeast by the Central African Republic, and to the west by Gabon.

2. What is the capital of Congo Republic?

   The Capital of Congo Republic is Brazzaville.

3. How large is the country of Congo Republic?

   Congo Republic has 342,000 square kilometers of land.

4. Is Congo Republic a member of the African Union?
   

   Congo Republic is a a member of the African Union. It has been a member since May 25th, 1963.

1. What is the population of Congo Republic?
   

   The population of Congo Republic is slightly over 5.4 million as of 2020 (approx). The most populated city in Congo Republic is Brazzaville with a population of 2.4 million approx. (2020).

2. What are the Ethnic groups in Congo Republic?

   As of 2018, the estimated breakdown of the most populous ethnic groups in Congo Republic are;  Kongo, Teke, Mbere, Mbeti, Kele, Punu, Pygmy, Duma, Makaa, Mbochi, Sangha, Oubanguiens, and other. Our Congo country overview of ethnic groups is only a brief review. Each group listed and not listed has deep and diverse cultures.

3. How many languages are spoken in Congo Republic?

   The most popular languages spoken in Congo Republic are; Monokutuba, Kikongo, French Lingala, French, and various other African languages.

4. What religions are in Congo Republic?
   

   Congo Republic religious groups consist of; Christian (88%) and other traditional religions.

1. Congo Republic Political System Overview.

   Congo Republic has a presidential republic form of government. The country has 12 administrative regions (12 Departments).

2. What is the currency used in Congo Republic?

   The Central African CFA franc (XAF) is the official currency for Congo Republic.

3. What makes up the economy in Congo Republic?

   Congo Republic’s main resources and industries consist of; cassava, sugar cane, oil palm fruit, cassava leaves, bananas, plantains, vegetables, mangoes, guavas, petroleum, cement, sugar, and palm oil.

All numerical data are estimates. Information may vary after the date of this article.