Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Bujumbura, Burundi; address 2-4, Avenue de la R.D. Congo; Rohero; B.P. 872, Bujumbura; phone…
Head of mission: Mr Mulamba Mabika, Ambassador (as of 2023)
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) offers a unique appeal for a segment of Burundi's population, which numbers around 13 million. However, the lack of comprehensive and reliable tourism data makes it difficult to assess its overall attractiveness as a travel destination. This challenge is indicative of broader issues in data collection and reporting within the DRC.
Congo, D.R. is generally considered less safe for tourists compared to Burundi. According to the Global Peace Index, Congo, D.R. ranks 155th out of 160 countries, while Burundi ranks 127th. Although specific murder rates for Congo, D.R. are not available, Burundi has a murder rate of 6.1 per 100,000 people. The Global Organized Crime Index further highlights the safety concerns, with Congo, D.R. scoring poorly across various crime categories. For instance, mafia groups and crime networks are rated 9.0 (on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the worst) in Congo, D.R., compared to 1.0 and 4.5 in Burundi, respectively. Overall, tourists coming from Burundi should exercise caution when traveling to Congo, D.R. due to higher crime rates and safety risks.
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