General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Brazzaville |
| Country | Congo - Brazzaville |
| Currency | Central African CFA Franc |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.2% |
| Gdp | $33.95 billion |
| Size | 342,000 km² |
| Population | 5.5 million |
| Population density | 16.1/km² |
| Kids per female | 4.6 |
| City population | 69.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 24∘C |
| Summer | 30∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | French |
| Population able to read | 83.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 15.3% |
| Population able to speak english | 29.2% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 55 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Right |
| Main airline | Congo Airways |
| Main airport | Maya-Maya Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $1.5 |
| Burger | $2 |
| Coffee | $1 |
| Beer | $1.5 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $100/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $1500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10% |
| Coffeeshop | 10% |
| Services | 10% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 13.13/MBits |
| Tld | .cg |
| Free wifi | 5/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 14.9% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 40% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type C, Type E |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Score |
| Pharmacy | Pharmacie Centrale |
| Drugstore | Pharmaprix |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 5/10 |
| Bars | 6/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 2/10 |
| Public Parks | 4/10 |
| Swimming | 3/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Poulet DG | Grilled chicken with plantains and vegetables | 10-15 |
| Fufu | Boiled cassava dough served with a variety of sauces | 5-10 |
| Moambe | A peanut-based stew with chicken or fish | 10-15 |
| Saka Saka | A spicy beef stew | 10-15 |
| Kwanga | Fried cassava dough | 5-10 |
| Chikwangue | A fermented cassava bread | 5-10 |
| Madesu | A sweet potato pudding | 5-10 |
| Nganda | A cornmeal porridge | 5-10 |
| Mboungou | A smoked fish | 10-15 |
| Mbouzi | A grilled antelope | 15-20 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ndolo | A traditional Congolese beer made from fermented cassava | 1-2 |
| Moutoukou | A palm wine | 1-2 |
| Bouillon | A soup made with meat, fish, or vegetables | 2-3 |
| Jus de bissap | A hibiscus tea | 1-2 |
| Jus de gingembre | A ginger tea | 1-2 |
| Jus de tamarin | A tamarind juice | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Woodcarvings | Intricate carvings of animals, masks, and other objects | $10-$50 |
| Paintings | Vibrant and colorful paintings depicting Congolese life and culture | $20-$100 |
| Textiles | Hand-woven fabrics with traditional designs | $15-$50 |
| Jewelry | Beads, necklaces, and bracelets made from local materials | $5-$20 |
| Masks | Ceremonial masks used in traditional dances and rituals | $20-$100 |
| Musical instruments | Drums, guitars, and other instruments used in Congolese music | $15-$50 |
| Coffee | Rich and flavorful coffee beans grown in Congo | $10-$20 per pound |
| Chocolate | Smooth and creamy chocolate made from Congolese cocoa beans | $5-$15 per bar |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Ascension Day | 40 days after Easter | Commemorates the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven |
| Pentecost | 50 days after Easter | Celebrates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles |
| Independence Day | August 15 | Commemorates the independence of Congo-Brazzaville from France in 1960 |
| Assumption Day | August 15 | Celebrates the assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven |
| All Saints’ Day | November 1 | Commemorates all Christian saints |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Les Dépêches de Brazzaville |
| Online news | Congopage |
| Tv | Télé Congo |
| Radio | Radio Congo |