Countries bordering DR Congo

DR Congo shares land borders with 9 countries. Located in Middle Africa, DR Congo holds a strategic position in the heart of Africa. Its neighbors are: Rwanda, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Angola, Uganda.

Bordering Countries

Region

Africa

Island

Neighboring countries list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Rwanda	Kigali	14.10M	26,338 km²	Africa
Central African Republic	Bangui	6.47M	622,984 km²	Africa
South Sudan	Juba	15.79M	619,745 km²	Africa
Tanzania	Dodoma	68.15M	947,303 km²	Africa
Zambia	Lusaka	19.69M	752,612 km²	Africa
Republic of the Congo	Brazzaville	6.14M	342,000 km²	Africa
Burundi	Gitega	12.33M	27,834 km²	Africa
Angola	Luanda	36.17M	1,246,700 km²	Africa
Uganda	Kampala	45.91M	241,550 km²	Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border DR Congo?

DR Congo shares borders with 9 countries: Rwanda, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Tanzania, Zambia, Republic of the Congo, Burundi, Angola, Uganda.

How many borders does DR Congo have?

DR Congo has 9 land borders.

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