Most water-rich river, many raw materials
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo or DRC) knows how to impress. Not only is it the second-largest country in Africa in terms of area, but it is also home to the continent's second-largest river, the Congo River. Additionally, when considering its tributaries and the large lakes in the east of the country, the Congo River holds the richest water resources on earth.
Many mineral resources and lots of rainforest
The country is a treasure trove of raw materials. It is rich in copper, tin, gold, diamonds, crude oil, cobalt, and coltan. The latter, in particular, is highly valuable for the production of mobile phones and laptops. These natural resources are in high demand and are fiercely contested on the world market. In addition to its mineral wealth, the country also boasts fertile soils for agriculture and the largest continous areas of tropical rainforest outside of Brazil and Indonesia.