The Republic of the Congo, sometimes known as Little Congo, Congo-Brazzaville, or just the Congo, is a nation in central Africa. The Congo was originally inhabited by Pygmy and then Bantu tribes and was a French colony until it gained independence in 1960. The history of the country from 1960 until now has been turbulent. Its capital is Brazzaville, and the official language is French.
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CIA Chiefs of State: Congo, Republic of the
Provides a list of the leaders of the country, including the president and ministers of various ministries and a brief history of the country. - CIA Chiefs of State: Congo, Republic of the
https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/world-leaders-1/world-leaders-c/congo-republic-of-the.html
NPR: A Visit to the Other Congo, the Forgotten Congo
Makes the distinction between the Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo, which was once known as Zaire. The article, available in the transcript form as well as audio, goes in-depth. - NPR: A Visit to the Other Congo, the Forgotten Congo
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=9896339
The Congolese Shippers Council
Proffers details about the Council including the ins and outs of transportation in the Republic of Congo, agencies list, and contact options. - The Congolese Shippers Council
http://www.ccc.cg/EN/Index_En.asp