Lomami Province facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lomami
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Province
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| Country |  Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| Region | Kasai region |
| Established | 2015 |
| Capital | Kabinda |
| Largest city | Mwene Ditu |
| Area | |
| • Total | 56,426 km2 (21,786 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,048,839 |
| • Density | 36.3102/km2 (94.0430/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | French |
| • National | Tshiluba |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (CAT) |
| Website | archive |
Lomami is one of the 26 provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A province is like a large region or state within a country. The capital of Lomami is Kabinda.
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What is Lomami Province?
Lomami is a province located in the central part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). It was created in 2015. This happened when the country reorganized its provinces.
Where is Lomami Located?
Lomami province is part of the larger Kasai region in the DRC. It is found in the south-central area of the country.
What are the Main Cities?
The capital city of Lomami is Kabinda. This is where the main government offices are located. The largest city in the province is Mwene Ditu.
Facts About Lomami
Lomami is a large province with many people. Here are some interesting facts about it.
How Big is Lomami?
The total area of Lomami province is about 56,426 square kilometers. This is a very large area, similar to the size of some countries.
How Many People Live There?
In 2015, the population of Lomami was about 2,048,839 people. This means over two million people call Lomami their home.
What Languages are Spoken?
The official language in Lomami, like the rest of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is French. However, many local languages are also spoken. The main national language in the area is Tshiluba.
Government in Lomami
Like other provinces, Lomami has its own government. It is led by a person called a Governor. The Governor helps manage the province and its people.
Images for kids
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Map showing the location of Lomami province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
See also
In Spanish: Provincia de Lomami para niños
