The Democratic of the Congo gained it's independence on June 30th, 1960.
It is the second largest country in Africa and the 11th-largest in the
world. I'm proud to say my country is the most populous officially
Francophone country in the world. May I mention, we are famously known
for our music, unique fashion, and being the best dancers known by,
"waist-line warriors." The national capital and largest city is
Kinshasa, is where I was born. You're probably wondering why there's two flags for Congo, well my side was colonized by Belgium. The other side of Congo (Repbulic of the Congo or Congo-Brazzaville) was colonized by France.
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Fashion &
Beauty
The braided crown that you see Beyonce wearing (middle picture), is native to Mangbetu people of Congo. It is thin braids woven into a crown and is used to appreciate the culture of skull elongation among the tribe.
The other hairstyle is just a traditional style used heavily in Congo. Whenever you see the hairstyle, you know its from the Congo.
The top picture is Congolese supermodel "Didi Stone", and she's showing Congolese attire modernized by a designer. The second picture is our cloth (Kuba) turned into marriage attire.
Music
I wish a lot of people understood french, so everyone would get the gist of how good people from Congo make good music. You could even tell from the musical instruments the music is good. From the top left across to the bottom row right I'll name the artists for you. These are a few that I have rotating in my playlist a few times. "SevMokonzi, Tay C ( He's not Congolese but a lot of his music is Congolese inspired), Gino J. The bottom row Koffi Olomide, and Fally Ipupa. The bottom row is from the older generation, two of Congo's famous artist. You can't come around my people without hearing them at least once in car ride, house party, and festival. If you love upbeat, fast, and energetic music, you would enjoy "
It's unfortunate to say, right now my country is going through a lot with war and enviornmental problems. December 14th there has been a huge number of deaths due to experience of the worst floods to hit the country since years ago. Along with civilians being killed by the M23 rebel group formed by the neighboring countries Rwwanda and Uganda. There has been several murders, rapes, kidnappings, and looting against villages. This is nothing new in Africa with things like this happening. It's sad to say that the end is no where near.
