Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the largest country in Sub-Saharan Africa and is endowed with exceptional natural resources, including cobalt, copper, vast hydroelectric potential, significant arable land, immense biodiversity, and the world's second-largest rainforest. Mining remains the principal driver of the economy, with output growing 10.1% in 2025 on strong copper production and exports, while non-mining sectors expanded by 3.1%, led by construction and services. Macroeconomic conditions strengthened over the year: inflation decelerated sharply to 7.5% in 2025 from 17.7% in 2024, supported by tight monetary policy, lower global food and fuel prices, and a stable exchange rate, while the Congolese franc appreciated by around 5% on an annual average as export revenues and external financing helped rebuild reserves. GDP growth is projected to average 5.1% over 2026–2028, supported by the country's mineral base and ongoing investment.

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Capital: Kinshasa
Population: ~109 million
Currency: Congolese Franc (CDF)
Languages: French (official); Lingala, Kikongo (Kituba), Swahili, and Tshiluba (national languages)
GDP: ~USD 75 billion
Time zone: West Africa Time (UTC+1) in the west, including Kinshasa; Central Africa Time (UTC+2) in the east

Norwegian Embassy in Kinshasa

The Royal Norwegian Embassy in Kinshasa handles diplomatic relations for Republic of Congo, Gabon, the Central African Republic, and Equatorial Guinea. 

Ambassador: Bjørn Klouman Bekken
Address: ark View Office Building, Suite 3A, 3rd floor, corner of Avenue des Ambassadeurs and Avenue des Batetela, Gombe, Kinshasa
Phone: +243 831 254 402
Email: Emb.kinshasa@mfa.no
Web: Norway in DRC

NABA Members in DRC