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UTC+1 |
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Daylight saving time is not observed in the current region. |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/Kinshasa |
Gongbei Matadi time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Overview of Gombe Matadi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)
Gombe Matadi is an important city in the western part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), located on the south bank of the Lower Congo River, about 350 kilometers from the capital city of Kinshasa. As one of the main ports on the Lower Congo River, the city is a key transportation hub connecting the interior with the Atlantic Ocean and carries out a large number of cargo transshipment functions.
History and economic status
Founded in the early 20th century by Belgian colonists, Gombe Matadi was once the terminus of the Congo River shipping. Today, the city's economy is based on agro-processing (palm oil, cocoa) and logistics, with a nationally important cement factory and cargo terminal. Its port facilities support the flow of goods between the western provinces of the DRC and the capital.
Geographical and demographic characteristics
The city is located at the outlet of the Congo River Gorge and is surrounded by hilly terrain with a tropical climate. The population of about 300,000 is predominantly Congolese, with Lingala and French as the common languages. Due to its location on a major transportation route, the city has a cultural mix of inland and coastal features.
Transportation and Development Challenges
Gombe Matadi is connected to the main regions of the country through navigation on the Congo River, national roads and railroads (Matadi-Kinshasa line). In recent years, port expansion and road upgrading projects have been progressively implemented, but aging infrastructure remains a major challenge to development.
Gongbei Matadi Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2026-02-26
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06:07
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18:20
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