Overview:
Port of Boma (CD) is located in the historic city of Boma in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Boma is a port city on the upper reaches of the Congo River about 100 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean. It is a central province under the jurisdiction of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The estimated population in 2012 was 162,521 people, area: 65 square kilometers, and altitude: 61 meters. It was once the capital of Songo Kingdom and the Free State of Congo. There are many historical sites, including the oldest church in the country, the old government mansion, and the monument to the mass uprising. It is also an important port. There are industries such as oil extraction, food, beer, and chemistry. Railway pass through the bauxite mining area.
Bogam was the capital of the Free State of Congo and the Belgian Congo (Democratic Republic of the Congo). From May 1, 1886 to 1926, the capital was moved to Leportville (renamed Kinshasa). The port handles the export of tropical wood, bananas, cocoa and palm products.