This resource presents an account of the Dempcratic Republic of Congo which provides a brief background on the country and information on the toll of its war on the civilians, environment, and wildlife.

An interesting map showing the relief of Democratic Republic of the Congo. See the highlands, lowlands, and rivers that cross this country. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.

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.

A political map the the Democratic Republic of the Congo that shows the province boundaries, major cities and highways, neighboring countries, and significant physical features. From the Perry Castaneda Collection.

Explore statistics, history, culture, economy, politics, and demographics for the country of the Republic of Congo in Central Africa.

Find out about the current history of Democratic Republic of the Congo and the problems it has had since its independence from Belgium. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

Provides an overview of the culture of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Gives basic information on topics such as geography, ethnic makeup, languages, symbolism, economy, food, customs, social stratification, family life, education,...

Complete guide to the statistics, history, economy, culture, politics, and demographics for the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Central Africa.

Flags of the World provides a large flag of Democratic Republic of Congo with a description and history of the current flag.

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...

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.

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.

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.

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,...

This is a great resource for general information on the Republic of the Congo (not to be confused with the Democratic Republic of the Congo, or Zaire). It includes geography, population, government, economy, communications,...

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...

This article examines the intense fighting taking place in the Democratic Republic of Congo in addition to the country's relationship with Rwanda. (September 6, 2007)

A brief explanation of the different ethnic groups that make up the population of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Learn about religion in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Zaire), in this Association of Religion Data Archives country profile. Includes general facts, history, and religious data.

A rich-media website that traces a major expedition into the Belgian Congo (the present-day Democratic Republic of the Congo) at the dawn of the twentieth century. Includes maps, diary entries, specimens, and recordings as well as a...

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.

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.

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.

This site offers a geographical overview of Congo. An interactive map allows to explore different regions of Congo. You may also take the quiz to test your knowledge on Congo.