Democratic Republic of the Congo

SHORT INFORMATION

Overview of Democratic Republic of the Congo

Officially name: Democratic Republic of the Congo

Capital: Kinshasa

Largest city: Kinshasa

Official language: French

Government: Semi-presidential republic

SHORT INFORMATION

Rivers of DRC

The defining feature of the country is the second largest rainforest in the world. Rivers large and small snake throughout the country and with a poor road network remains the main means of transport to this day.

FOOD AND BEVERAGES

Congolese cuisine

The cuisine of the Democratic Republic of the Congo varies widely, representing the food of indigenous people. Cassava is generally the staple food usually eaten with other side dishes.