History
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has a long and complex history, marked by periods of great turmoil and instability. Despite these challenges, the country has made progress in recent years, and there is hope for a brighter future.
Here are some of the key challenges facing the DRC:
- Poverty: The DRC is one of the poorest countries in the world, with over 60% of the population living below the national poverty line.
- Corruption: Corruption is widespread in the DRC, and it undermines efforts to improve governance and development.
Congo Land
Congo is bounded to the north by the Central African Republic and South Sudan; to the east by Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania; to the southeast by Zambia; and to the southwest by Angola. To the west are the country’s short Atlantic coastline, the Angolan exclave of Cabinda, and Congo (Brazzaville).
Drainage and soils
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Plant life is lush and varies between climate zones. The heart of the Congo basin is blanketed by an intricate forest system commonly known as the equatorial rainforest. There trees reach heights of 130 to 160 feet (40 to 50 metres), and numerous varieties and species of plants proliferate.
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The central basin is a vast reservoir of native trees and plants. Among these, mahogany, ebony, limba, wenge, agba, iroko, and sapele provide timber. Fibrous plants include raffia and sisal.
