Explore DR Congo in maps and graphs
27 November 2012 Last updated at 10:42 GMT
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Explore DR Congo in maps and graphs
The Democratic Republic of Congo is a country of superlatives. It is vast and rich in minerals such as diamonds and gold, yet living standards are among the lowest in the world.
Use these maps and graphics to explore this continent-sized country, which has known more than its fair share of misery.
Inside DR Congo:
The Democratic Republic of Congo covers 2,344,858 square km of land in the centre of Africa, making it the 12th largest country in the world.
Eastern DR Congo is awash with a variety of different rebel groups – some have come from neighbouring countries, while others have formed as self-defence groups. Many are taking advantage of the lack of a strong state to seize control of the area’s mineral riches.
Démocratie Chrétienne, D.C. 