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Kasai Province

Explore Kasai Province, a huge place in Africa filled with amazing nature and people!

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Power figure (Nkishi), Tetela people, East Kasai province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, early 20th century, wood, fur, hide, fiber, antelope horn - Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn, NY - DSC08523

Power figure (Nkishi), Tetela people, East Kasai province, Democratic Republic of the Congo, early 20th century, wood, fur, hide, fiber, antelope horn - Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn, NY - DSC08523

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Kananga Kasai Province, DR Congo: The Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary General for Operations and Rule of Law, David Gressly, and the Police Commissioner visited Kananga on 3 April to review how to enhance the MONUSCO presence in the region.
Mining in Kailo
Tshikapa, Kasai Province, DR Congo: November 11, 2017: As part of its 'good offices', MONUSCO supported the Ministry of Primary, Secondary and Professional Education to organize a special edition of the National Examination for Primary Education (TENAFEP)
Pwoom Itok Mask, Bushoong or Ngeende people, Kuba, West Kasai province, Democratice Republic of the Congo, 19th century, wood, shell, raffia, pigment - Brooklyn Museum - Brooklyn, NY - DSC08542
Tshikapa, Kasai province, DR Congo – As part of its Quick Impact Project, MONUSCO has refurbished the Central Prison in Tshikapa.
Mining in Kailo
Tshikapa, Kasai province, DR Congo – As part of its Quick Impact Project, MONUSCO has refurbished the Central Prison in Tshikapa
Kananga, Kasai Province, DR Congo. Sensitization workshop with “Union Congolaise des Femmes des Medias “.
On the occasion of her first field visit since assuming office, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General is currently visiting the Kasai province.
Mining in Kailo

Key Facts

Location
Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa.
Area
About 157,000 square miles (407,000 square kilometers).
Capital City
Luebo.
Famous For
Diamonds and rainforests.

Welcome to Kasai!

Imagine a place so big, it's like having many playgrounds all connected! Kasai Province is a super large area in the country of the Democratic Republic of Congo, in Africa. It's a place with lots of green forests, winding rivers, and busy towns. Many people call Kasai their home, living in villages and cities. It's a land full of life and adventure, waiting to be discovered!

What's It Like There?

Kasai is mostly covered in beautiful, green forests called rainforests. These forests are like giant green blankets! Big rivers, like the Kasai River itself, flow through the land, looking like shiny blue ribbons. These rivers are super important for people to travel and get water. The weather is usually warm and wet, perfect for plants to grow tall and strong. It's a wild and wonderful place!

Who Lives in Kasai?

Lots of different people live in Kasai, and they speak many languages! The main language is called Lingala, but there are others too. People in Kasai are known for their friendly smiles and strong communities. They work hard, grow food, and share stories. Imagine a big family all living together – that’s a bit like the spirit of Kasai. They also have amazing music and dances!

Fun Things About Kasai!

Did you know Kasai is famous for diamonds? These shiny gems are found deep in the ground! It's also home to amazing animals, though you might not see them easily in the thick forests. Kasai is a place with a rich past and a bright future, full of natural wonders and hardworking people. It’s a special part of our big world!

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