Category: Congo

  • The Talking Drum, the Pulse of a People

    About In the heart of Congo, and across much of Central Africa, the drum is more than an instrument—it is a voice that transcends distance and time. Among tribes such as the Mongo, Luba, Kuba, and Pygmies, the tradition of the talking drum is a masterpiece of ingenuity, deeply woven into the fabric of oral…

  • Eastern Congo: Where Volcanoes Sip Carbonated Cocktails and Mountains Wear Snow Hats

    Forget diamonds, Eastern Congo’s real treasures are the kind that erupt, bubble, and sparkle under skies painted with a thousand shades of sunrise. Here, Mother Nature let her imagination run wild, crafting landscapes that would make Dr. Seuss jealous. Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a whirlwind tour of the weird and wonderful.…

  • Where Zebras Are Giraffes , and Apes Make Love – Not War

    The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) is home to a rich and diverse array of wildlife, many of which are unique to the region. I would like to share with you some of the most unique animals found in DR Congo. Okapi: Often called the forest giraffe, the okapi is a unique mammal…