Northern Congo
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| Flag of Northern Congo | |
| Motto: "Out of a Great Darkness, a Greater Light" | |
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| Region | Congo |
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| Capital | Mbandaka |
| Official Language(s) | English, French |
| Leader | Jean Pougot |
| Population | 6 Million |
| Currency | Ivory |
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History
Founded in 2005 after the overthrow of dictator Joseph Kabila, the Commonwealth of Northern Congo (CNR)unites the former Democratic Republic of the Congo with Rwanda and Burundi. The creation of the CNR occured during a time of consolidation for the countries of central Africa.
Natural Resources
The CNR is rich in mineral resources, such as diamond, copper, zinc, and uranium.
Countries That Border the Commonwealth of Northern Congo
The CNR is bordered by Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, The Protectorate of The Buyer, and The Republic of Johnson Brother.
Major Cities
- Mbandaka (Capitol)
- Lubumbashi
Corporations Headquartered in Northern Congo
- Société d'extraction du Congo nordique (Mining Company of Northern Congo)
- Congair
