The Heart of the Rainforest
The Democratic Republic of Congo is home to the second largest rainforest in the world, surpassed only by the Amazon. This vast forest is a vital carbon store and home to an impressive variety of species, including gorillas, forest elephants and okapis.
Rich in natural resources
Congo is one of the world's most resource-rich countries. It is a leader in the production of cobalt, which is needed for batteries in smartphones and electric cars, and has large deposits of diamonds, copper and gold.
