Central Intelligence Agency
Cia: World Factbook: Democratic Republic of the Congo
This resource is provided by the CIA World Factbook. Many statistics give an overview of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, formerly Zaire. The resource details the political and economic structure of government. It also provides...
Travel Document Systems
Tds: Democratic Republic of the Congo: People
Find out about the many ethnic groups in Democratic Republic of the Congo, their languages and religion. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Michigan State University
Michigan State University: Global Edge: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Introduction
Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Central Africa.
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Tds: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Economy
Although the economy of Democratic Republic of the Congo has great potential, read about the problems the country is having in realizing that potential. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
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Tds: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Government
A detailed look at the government and politics in Democratic Republic of the Congo from 2003 to the present. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Curated OER
Map of Democratic Republic of Congo
A profile of the Congo after its civil war. Article provides facts, names of leaders, rebels and opposition as well as media sources. Updated April 2008.
Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Features a country profile and travel guide to Democratic Republic of the Congo, background overview, and numerous links to in-depth information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population, news,...
Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Encyclopedia of Earth provides an overview of Republic of the Congo (formerly Zaire), including its geography, natural resources, history, government, economy, and much more. Maps and images are also included, along with sources used...
Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch: Covered in Blood
This Human Rights Watch Report provides a detailed summary of the war in the Congo, the war's causes and consequences, and the responses of the international community to the war's escalating violence. The report can be read online or...
The Guardian
Guardian: Africa's Dictator Died at the Hands of His Boy Soldiers
Guardian correspondent Stuart Jeffries discusses the assassination of Laurent Kabila and its ramifications on the war in the Congo. (February 11, 2001)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Democratic Republic of the Congo
A brief explanation of the different ethnic groups that make up the population of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Curated OER
Guardian: War in Congo Kills 45,000 People Each Month
Guardian correspondent Chris McGreal discusses the implications of the death toll on the population of the Democratic Republic of Congo. (January 23, 2008)
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Bakongo
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Bakongo in the Congo River region of Africa. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion, pastimes,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Azande
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Azande who live in the southern Sudan region and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs,...
Countries and Their Cultures
Countries and Their Cultures: Efe and Mbuti
Provides an overview of the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Efe and Mbuti of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Gives basic facts about location, language, folklore, foods, social customs, family life, education, religion,...
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Tds: Democratic Republic of the Congo: Geography
A graphic listing the various aspects of the physical environment of Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find out about the area, climate, terrain, and natural resources. Information is from the CIA World Fact Book.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Geography for Kids: Congo, Democratic Republic of The
Visit this site to get more information about the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Find the history, capital, flag, climate, terrain, people, economy, and population of the DRC.
Curated OER
Map of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Explore the geography, history, government and facts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Maps and current flag are included.
Curated OER
Flag of Democratic Republic of Congo
Explore the geography, history, government and facts of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Maps and current flag are included.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Congo
Flags of the World offers a large flag of Congo with a description of the flag and the national coat of arms.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Central African Republic
Flags of the World offers a large flag of Central African Republic with a description of the flag and coat of arms.
PBS
Nova: Volcano Under the City
Nyiragongo, a stratovolcano located north of the city of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo threatens an entire city. Learn about this active volcano here and how it impacts those who live in this precarious location.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Anatomy of a Volcano
In this interactive activity from NOVA Online, explore the main features of the Nyiragongo volcano, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and learn what risks it poses to the 500,000 people who live in its shadow.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Taking a Stand
The Baka are a semi-nomadic forest people who live in the republic of Cameroon in central Africa. In this video from Africa, the Baka men meet with a government official for help to protect their forest.