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Kinshasa is the capital city of Democratic Republic of the Congo with a population of 14,565,700 inhabitants, making it one of the world's largest megacities. Discover its history, landmarks, and cultural heritage.
Notable personalities born in Kinshasa include: Félix Tshisekedi, Claude Makelélé, Steve Mandanda, Christian Benteke, Dikembe Mutombo.
Kinshasa in Democratic Republic of the Congo
Population
14,565,700
inhabitants
Area
9,965.0
km²
Elevation
240
m
Density
1,462
inh./km²
Coordinates
4.3° S
15.3° E
15.3° E
Kinshasa Population Evolution
The population of Kinshasa in 2026 is estimated to 18,631,750 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.
Population Summary
| Year | Population | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1920 | 1,600 | |
| 1957 | 299,800 | +18,637.5% |
| 1976 | 2,443,900 | +715.2% |
| 2005 | 7,500,000 | +206.9% |
| 2020 | 14,565,700 | +94.2% |
Interactive Map of Kinshasa
Points of Interest
What to see in Kinshasa
N'Djili International Airport
martyrs' stadium
N'Dolo Airport
Stade Tata Raphaël
National Museum of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Palace of the Nation
Panzi Hospital
Makala Central Prison
Grand Hôtel de Kinshasa
Famous People Born in Kinshasa
Félix Tshisekedi
politician
Born 1963
Dikembe Mutombo
basketball player
Born 1966
- Died 2024
Claude Makelélé
association football coach
Born 1973
Steve Mandanda
association football player
Born 1985
Gims
singer
Born 1986
Fabrice Muamba
association football coach
Born 1988
Christian Benteke
association football player
Born 1990