Congo country guide: capital, Independence Day, and colours (HI)
📍 Congo
Theme Independence Day 2027
Congo is marked on this page by the facts that stay useful all year: the capital is Brazzaville, the national observance is Independence Day on 15 August, and the national colours are green and gold. The Republic of the Congo became independent from France on 15 August 1960.
Capital and region (HI)
Brazzaville is the capital. Congo sits in the African time region, on the Africa/Brazzaville clock. National ceremonies for Independence Day are centred there.
The national day
The next Independence Day is Sunday, 15 August 2027. The Republic of the Congo became independent from France on 15 August 1960. Locally it is called Fête de l'Indépendance. The year on this page follows that next date, so it changes after the observance passes.
Colours and how the day looks
The national colours are green and gold. Streets, schools and public buildings use them on Independence Day. The image on this page is an original ToolSphare poster painted in those colours.
Independence Day FAQs
What is the capital of Congo?
The capital is Brazzaville.
When is the next Independence Day?
The next date is Sunday, 15 August 2027.
What are the national colours?
The national colours are green and gold.
What does the national day mark?
The Republic of the Congo became independent from France on 15 August 1960.
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