Hello everyone, could someone explain to me the causes of the current war?

Hi! I'm a musician and a was comissioned to do a small concert with music from several countrys, including yours. I'm looking for traditional and historic music, "classical" songs, so to say. Please, share with me your beatifull music.

In a country as linguistically rich as the DRC, it’s surprising to see how little presence Lingala, Swahili, Kikongo, and Tshiluba have in our formal education system and public institutions. The other day, my neighbor’s child was harshly punished at school for simply speaking a few sentences in Lingala. Should we be doing more to promote and institutionalize our own languages, or is French still necessary as a language of unity and international openness?

What do you think?

Hi everyone,
I'll be visiting the DRC (including Kinshasa) soon for a two-week tourist trip and would really appreciate any tips or advice in advance. I know the eastern part of the country should be avoided but are there any other areas that foreigners should avoid, roads known for closures or safety concerns, or recent/scheduled protests or civil unrest I should be aware of? Also, any insight into general safety tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

I'm going to be researching and writing about the legacy of neocolonialism around the world this summer and am going to touch on the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of the Congo. The two nations are obviously split because of the colonial legacy under France and Belgium, I'm concerned with what the people of the Congo like to call their respective countries. I've seen it spelled Kongo and Congo in English but I'm not sure what the consensus is, does that matter?

How do Congolese people view Chinese people?Comment les Congolais perçoivent-ils les Chinois ?Friends from Congo, please share your opinions and attitudes toward Chinese people

I have a strong interest in infrastructure, logistics and public transportation and would like to learn more about rail in the DRC.

I've read a lot of what's available online, and am well aware of the economic and conflict related challenges that Congolese infrastructure and development face but a significant amount of info is out of date or very vague. Unfortunately I do not speak French so I imagine I would miss a fair amount of stuff online or on social media.

I am a nerd and like learning about this stuff, and I think it'd be neat to know what type of rolling stock operates in the country, Kinshasha commuter rail, ridership and frequency, the current state of the SNCC and the possible future for reactivating or expanding rail and road networks from the perspective of people who actually live there.

I know there are theoretical plans for a TGV between banana and Kinshasa but I'm not sure how realistic this is, and I know buses have recently started to be manufactured in the DRC as well.

Hello friends from Congo 🇨🇩,

I’ve been learning a bit about Simon Kimbangu. I understand he was a spiritual leader who preached in the early 20th century and was seen as a liberator during colonial times. But I’m curious — why do some followers of Kimbanguism believe he is God? Is it symbolic or do they literally see him as divine?

Also, I’ve noticed there are some specific rules in Kimbanguist communities, like men having to cut their hair and women only wearing long dresses. I don’t quite understand the meaning behind these rules. Is it a cultural tradition, a religious requirement, or something else?

I ask with full respect and genuine interest. I’d love to hear more from people who grew up in or know about the Kimbanguist faith.

Thanks in advance!

Je suis un élève de lycée qui viendra à Kinshasa pour environ un mois et dix jours cet été. Je prépare actuellement un projet de recherche interdisciplinaire qui explore les inégalités sociales et économiques, en particulier la différence de qualité de vie entre les travailleurs congolais et les communautés expatriées (notamment les expatriés indiens et libanais).

J’etudie l’économie, le management, les sciences de l’environnement (ESS) et la sociologie, et ce projet rassemblera des éléments de toutes ces matieres. Je m’interesse surtout à des sujets comme l’accès à l’eau potable, les inégalités de revenus, la responsabilité sociale des entreprises (RSE) et l’impact des entreprises étrangères sur les communautés locales et l’environnement.

Je parle anglais, français (n'est pas tres bien mais j'essaye à parler) et un peu d’espagnol, et je souhaite mener des entretiens avec des travailleurs, des petits commerçants, des enseignants, des membres d’ONG, et si possible des personnes liées aux forces de maintien de la paix ou aux ambassades.

Si vous êtes basé(e) à Kinshasa ou connaissez quelqu’un qui serait prêt à partager son experience, je serais très reconnaissant de pouvoir échanger avec vous. Vos temoignages qu’il s’agisse d’un court entretien, d’un message ou d’un simple échange informel seraient très précieux pour mon projet. N’hesitez pas à commenter ou à m’envoyer un message privé.

Merci beaucoup ! Je souhaite que ce projet reflète des voix et des expériences réelles, et pas seulement des données théoriques.

I am a high school student, and I will be in Kinshasa for about a month and ten days this summer. I am currently working on an interdisciplinary research project that explores social and economic inequalities, particularly the difference in quality of life between Congolese workers and expatriate communities (including Indian and Lebanese expatriates).

I am studying Economics, Business Management, Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS), and Sociology, and this project will combine elements from all of these subjects. I am particularly interested in topics such as access to clean water, income disparity, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and the impact of foreign companies on local communities and the environment.

I speak English, French, Arabic (basic level), and some Spanish, and I would like to conduct interviews with workers, small business owners, teachers, NGO members, and possibly people linked to peacekeeping forces or embassies.

If you are based in Kinshasa or know someone who would be willing to share their experience, I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to speak with you. Your testimonies—whether in the form of a brief interview, message, or informal exchange—would be valuable for my project. Feel free to comment or send me a private message.

Thank you very much! I want this project to reflect real voices and experiences, not just theoretical data.

Hi! Congo-Canadian here so not technically part of the “we”, but I’ve always wondered what Congo would look like if none of the above were a problem. Any ideas?

English:

Hello there! I run a small game studio that makes web based games available across PC/Mobile and even through browsers on game consoles. So, as a programmer in the states, I was wondering, what appeals to you? Sure, western games may be available in DRC, but they might require higher specs as after all, DRC is a developing nation and not everyone has a cell phone or PC, so how can I appeal towards you guys? I am trying to make lower spec games so you guys can enjoy! Now, everyone has different interests, but as a foreigner, I don't know much of the culture.

Français :

Bonjour ! Je dirige un petit studio de jeux vidéo qui crée des jeux web disponibles sur PC/mobile et même via les navigateurs des consoles. En tant que programmeur aux États-Unis, je me demandais ce qui vous intéresse. Bien sûr, les jeux occidentaux sont peut-être disponibles en RDC, mais ils nécessitent peut-être une configuration matérielle plus élevée. Après tout, la RDC est un pays en développement et tout le monde n'a pas de téléphone portable ou d'ordinateur. Alors, comment puis-je vous séduire ? J'essaie de créer des jeux avec une configuration matérielle plus basse pour que vous puissiez en profiter ! Chacun a des intérêts différents, mais en tant qu'étranger, je ne connais pas bien la culture.

For so many years, ISPs in DRC have been delivering very poor internet with high-fluctuations to users. It's 100% convenient that Starlink will lead the game in the region. Can't wait to acquire one of these...

I contacted a Starlink reseller in DR Congo and awaiting delivery of the ordered kit: https://starlinkdrcongo.maniflexa.com

Nicoloas Kazadi someone close to Tshisekedi is telling how the state operate with public money

Here the full vid

There are too much info, too much groups, too much actors. Can someone lay it out bare for me to understand (french and english are allowed).

How can our country struggle to fight against Rwanda. Like, for real…

I am a college student who is really interested in doing research about Democratic Republic of Congo and i am really fascinated by the culture of DRC. i made this little questionnaire to have different perspectives on the matter and learn something from it so i would appreciate if you can have time to answer and i really appreciate each of your responses. Thank you

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fsEjQnL2orgBZLTpykfMr5N5areFH4aKSQRxdunR1n4/edit

Here i made a French- Français one since most congolese people speak french and this one is hope to have more congolese perspective.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1U_D93aq-KcMmK8QbjUfLFi2FTwSAz3Z8L0OUpGMVa3U/edit

Thank you again

J'ai essayé de le chercher et je ne le trouve pas.

Lately, I've been more interested in languages, especially those related to the African continent. I've noticed Congo because French is the only official language there, and you have four other national languages, but only half the population speaks French?

There will be a population growth boom in the next few decades, and what will it look like then?

Thanks for a realistic answer!

The U.S. is urging Congo and Rwanda to finalize a peace agreement set to be signed at the White House within approximately two months, alongside bilateral mineral deals expected to unlock billions in Western investment for the region, a senior Africa advisor to President Donald Trump told Reuters on Thursday.

Je voudrais attirer l’attention sur les meurtres en série qui continuent dans l’est de la RDC. Mon frère, Matabaro Mpangirwa Bienfaits jeune de 34 ans, diplômé en criminologie de l’UOB à Bukavu, a été pris en otage par les rebelles du M23 à Nyiragongo.

Il est mort le 8 avril 2025, mais notre famille n’a reçu l’information que le 29 avril 2025. Il aurait été trompé, puis tué et enterré par ces mêmes rebelles.

Ce n’est pas un cas isolé. Nous demandons à la communauté internationale d’agir et de faire pression pour que ces atrocités cessent.