Want to learn about DR Congo? Here are the flag, the capital city, the animals, the food, and some amazing facts — all explained in a fun way for kids.
Quick facts about DR Congo
| Capital | Kinshasa |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Population | 95,000,000 |
| Languages | French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili |
| Currency | Congolese franc |
| National symbol | Okapi |
| Famous food | Moambe Chicken |
In DR Congo, people often speak French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili. A friendly way to say hello is "Bonjour". 👋
Fun facts about DR Congo for kids
- DR Congo is the only place in the world where the Okapi, looking like a mix of zebra and giraffe, lives naturally!
- The Congo Basin has the world's second-largest tropical rainforest!
- It is incredibly rich in minerals like diamonds, gold, and coltan used in electronics!
- Soukous music is a world-famous rhythmic dance style from Congo.
- Wrestling is a traditional sport with deep cultural roots.
Famous places in DR Congo
- Virunga National Park
- Garamba National Park
- Mount Nyiragongo
Nature and symbols of DR Congo
- Okapi
- National sport: Football
Going to DR Congo with kids?
A few small things to do together before you go turn the trip into an adventure your child already understands:
- Practise saying hello the local way: "Bonjour".
- Find Kinshasa, the capital, on a map or globe together.
- Learn to spot the flag 🇨🇩 so your child can find it when you land.
- Try a taste of Moambe Chicken at home, then compare it on the trip.
- Pick one famous place to look out for, like Virunga National Park.
Print a passport stamp
Print this page, cut out the stamp and stick it in a notebook passport. Great for a trip, a school project, or a country-of-the-week at home or in class. Teaching a whole class? Use the free classroom passport.
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