Democratic Republic of the Congo
Quick Facts About the DR Congo
| Population | 86.8 million people |
| Size | 2.34 million square km |
| Major Languages | French, Lingala, Kiswahili, Kikongo, Tshiluba |
| Major Religions | Christianity, Islam |
| Life Expectancy | 58 years men, 61 years women |
| Main Exports | Diamonds, Cobalt, Copper, Gold and Oil |
Country Overview
Located in Central Africa, the DR Congo is the second largest country on the continent and rich in natural resources. It boasts vast deposits of industrial diamonds, cobalt, and copper; one of the largest forest reserves in Africa; and about half of the hydroelectric potential of the continent.
Despite its wealth of natural resources, decades of civil war, conflict and poverty have posed many challenges for the DR Congo. Over the last 15 years, it is estimated that 6 million people have died as a result of war, preventable diseases, and malnutrition.
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DRC: Ephphata Creations
Ephphata Creations equips deaf and hard-of-hearing students from the Ephphata School with practical woodworking skills and provides graduates with a platform to build successful carpentry careers.
DRC: Clinique Papillon Expansion
Clinique Papillon is a medical clinic that serves the poorest families in Lubumbashi. The clinic now has the opportunity to purchase the buildings next door and expand their services to reach even mor…
DRC: Clinique Papillon
Clinique Papillon is a women's medical clinic that specializes in childbirth services and rape recovery support. They also deliver lifesaving surgery, medicine, and other emergency procedures to patie…
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