| Local name: République du Congo |
| Surface : 342.000 Kmq. |
| Population : 2.668.000 inhabitants |
| Climate: As can
be expected from a country along the equator, it has a tropical climate. There are two
rain seasons – the short rains from October to December and the longer rains which
occur between mid-January and May. The dry season is from June to October. Congo has a
very hot and humid temperature throughout the year, but the best time to visit is from
June to September when it is not so wet. |
| Visas: Visa are required by all nationals except those of
France and can be obtain from neighbouring countries but these are expensive. Best
obtained from your home country if possible....PASSPORTS: Passport valid for 6 months
required by all. |
| Electricity: 220 volts AC, 50Hz |
| Capital : Brazzaville |
| System : Presidential Republic - The
constitution adopted by referendum in 1992 allows for the election of a president and a
bicameral parliament comprising a 125-member National Assembly and a 60-member Senate. The
national Assembly and president are elected for 5-year terms; the Senate serves six years |
| Languages : french, lingala, kiKongo, monokutuba
African languages (Lingala and Kikongo are the most widely used) |
| Religions: Christian 50%, animist 48%, Muslim 2% |
| Money : CFA franc (CFAF) |
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