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    📊 Data: from(2024)-to(2026)

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    Democratic Republic of the Congo

    Democratic Republic of the Congo at a glance

    Capital city

    Kinshasa

    Population

    109.3 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $750/month (World Bank, 2024)

    Freedom score

    Not Free, score 19/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    3.26/5 — rank 158/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili

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    People & culture

    Living here feels like stepping into a rhythmic, high-energy world where community is everything. While French serves as the official language for administration, the melodic sounds of Lingala and Swahili fill the streets, reflecting a deeply social culture.

    ⚠️ Active conflict in Eastern DRC — data reflects severe instability; conditions in North Kivu and Ituri differ significantly from national averages.

    Data shown reflects the most recent available historical records. On-the-ground conditions may have changed drastically. Always consult up-to-date humanitarian sources before making any decisions.

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