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UTC+1 |
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IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Kinshasa |
KINSHASA time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Introduction to Kinshasa, DRC
Kinshasa is the capital and largest city of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), located on the south bank of the lower Congo River, across the river from Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of Congo. As an important political, economic and cultural center in central Africa, Kinshasa has a population of more than 17 million and is the largest French-speaking city in sub-Saharan Africa.
History and Geographical Features
Kinshasa was founded in 1881 as Leopoldville and changed its name to its current one in 1966. The city has a tropical climate with a distinct rainy season and dense vegetation. Its location near the mouth of the Congo River makes it easy to navigate, but the city's infrastructure still faces challenges.
Economic and Cultural Overview
Kinshasa's economy is dominated by services, trade and light industry, and it has the country's main government institutions, universities and museums. The local music and arts scene is strong, with music genres such as the Congolese rumba and soukous renowned in Africa. Despite poverty and traffic congestion, the city is vibrant, with bustling markets and a rich street culture.
International role and development
As a hub for organizations such as the Economic Community of Central African States, Kinshasa plays a key role in regional affairs. In recent years, Chinese aid has helped the city develop with projects such as roads and a stadium, but electricity shortages and sanitation remain prominent challenges.
KINSHASA Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
05:51
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Sunset Time
18:12
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