Map of The Republic of Congo

The Republic of Congo is a country located in central Africa. The official name of the country is the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Congo River runs through the country, and the capital city is Kinshasa. The Republic of Congo is bordered by the Central African Republic, Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi. The country has a tropical climate with a rainy season from March to June and a dry season from July to February. The average temperature is about 27 degrees Celsius. The Republic of Congo is home to a diverse range of cultures, including Bantu, Mongo, Luo, and Luba. French is the official language, but many people also speak Lingala, Swahili, and other local languages. The population of the Republic of Congo is about 84 million.