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Congo geography facts

Congo is a country or territory in Middle Africa. Its capital is Brazzaville, and its currency is Central African CFA franc.

Official name
Republic of the Congo
Capital
Brazzaville
Region
Africa
Subregion
Middle Africa
Currency
Central African CFA franc
Languages
French, Kikongo, Lingala
Land neighbours
Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, DR Congo, Gabon
Area
342,000 km²
Landlocked
No
Calling code
+242
Internet domain
.cg

Quick answers about Congo

What is the capital of Congo?

The capital of Congo is Brazzaville.

What currency is used in Congo?

Congo uses Central African CFA franc.

Where is Congo?

Congo is in Middle Africa, within Africa.

What languages are spoken in Congo?

The reference languages listed for Congo are French, Kikongo, Lingala.

Which countries border Congo?

Congo shares listed land borders with Angola, Cameroon, Central African Republic, DR Congo, Gabon.

Is Congo landlocked?

No. Congo is not landlocked.

States and provinces in Congo

Sources and review

Facts were last reviewed on 13 September 2026. Boundaries and state/province names use Natural Earth. Country reference fields use the Countries dataset. India boundary presentation follows the project’s stated Survey of India reference.

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