Africa

Democratic Republic of Congo

The DRC has the largest Catholic population in Africa, with over 50 million faithful. Despite decades of conflict and poverty, the Church remains the country's most trusted institution and the backbone of its education and healthcare systems.

Democratic Republic of Congo
Bl. Isidore Bakanja (martyr), St. Anuarite Nengapeta (martyr nun)
Democratic Republic of Congo
Our Lady of the Congo (various); national celebrations of Congolese martyrs; major Marian solemnities
Catholic Population:
50 million
Percent Catholic:
50%
Church Status
Growing
Primary Diocese:
Archdiocese of Kinshasa

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