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Venue address | About the venue | Hotel information | Tourist information
Venue address
Av. Batetela 12
Kinshasa Gombe
Democratic Republic of Congo
Phone: +243 8946660 / 661 / 662 / 663
About the venue
With a population that nears 8 million, Kinshasa is the third largest city on the African continent, equal in size to Johannesburg. The Kinois (inhabitants of Kinshasa) are known for their friendliness, their music and their love for dancing. Kinshasa is a vibrant city of sharp contrasts. Commercial affluence and extreme poverty are found side by side. The two main languages spoken in Kinshasa are Lingala and French. Kinshasa is located along the southern bank of the Congo River, facing Brazzaville, the capital of neighboring Republic of the Congo. Kinshasa and Brazzaville are the only two capitals in the world that are in direct view of each other.The Boulevard de 30 Juin is the main artery of Kinshasa and cuts right across the city. Three important areas are the governmental area, the ‘cité de l'OUA’, ‘the Zone the Matonge’, popular for its nightlife and the commercial and residential area of ‘Gombe’.Kinshasa is frequently referred to as the capital of African music due to its popular music called ‘Ndombolo’. Papa Wemba and Kofi Olomide are two of the most popular Kinshasa-based bands. Kinshasa’s infrastructure leaves much to be wished for. There are no rail links inland and road connections to much of the rest of the country are in poor condition or scarce. The airport of N’Djili connects the city to the outside world with regular flights going to the Belgian capital Brussels.
Hotel information
The Grand Hotel Kinshasa provides its clients 422 rooms, suites and apartments with air-conditioned mini-bar, telephone and satellite television channels. Located on the banks of the river Congodans the residential area of Gombe in Kinshasa, the hotel is located near the city center a few minutes of embassies and international organizations. It is the largest hotel complex in Kinshasa, with 4 restaurants, meeting rooms, business center, sports center and shopping arcade, business people have of any facilities for work and relax.
Flight information
For all travel originating in Europe, Brussels Airlines is pleased to be your Preferred Carrier and extends 10% discount on all available fares in Economy class to Kinshasa.
Go to www.brusselsairlines.com, and after having chosen your dates and cities of departure and destination, click the option "I have a promocode". Type 11115912 in the box displayed. Bookings can be done until the 3rd of October and you may travel from 01-10 October.
Our preferred carrier South African Airways, is offering delegates special fares over the period of the event on a first come first served basis. Early booking is strongly suggested as flights to from and within South Africa are generally in heavy demand. These fares are available for flights booked directly with SAA on their intercontinental, regional and domestic services, subject to the relevant class availability. Conditions will apply. No special fares are available for flights undertaken on foreign carriers. Enquiries can be made immediately by contacting your nearest SAA office. Contact details for all the SAA offices can be obtained from the website www.flysaa.com.
Tourist information
Visa requirements
All foreigners entering the DRC require a visa obtained in advance, as well as a yellow fever vaccination certificate. Passports must be valid for at least six months, and proof of sufficient funds and documents or tickets for return or onward travel are also required. Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.
Currency
Currency in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Congolese franc (CDF) to convert click here http://wwp.greenwichmeantime.com/time-zone/africa/democratic-republic-of-congo/currency.htm
Weather
The rainy season begins in late September or early October and continues on all the way through April. During this time, temperatures are high and humidity makes it feel even hotter. The average low temperature during this season is a warm twenty nine degrees and it frequently gets hotter than thirty eight degrees during the hottest months.
Electricity
Electrical voltage: 220/380
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