Social
What does life expectancy mean?
Life expectancy is the average number of years a person can expect to live
What is the capital city of the DRC?
Kinshasa
What natural disaster comes from high temperatures and lack of water?
Drought
What was the Democratic Republic's GDP?
The Democratic Republic of Congo's GDP for 2024 was approximately $70.75 billion USD. This figure represents an all-time high for the country and is an increase from its 2023 GDP of around $67.01 billion.
What is the DRC's corruption index?
20/100
0 - highly corrupt to 100 - Stable Government
What was the DRC's life expectancy rate in 2023?
the DRC's life expectancy was 61.9 years
What percentage of the DRC have access to a phone?
(Between 40-50%)
47.9 percent of the total population.
What natural disaster occured in Congo in 2002?
Volcanic Eruption
What does HDI stand for?
Human Development Index
What is corruption?
Corruption is the abuse of power by individuals, often in government or organizations, for personal gain.
Provide two impacts of high density housing
High housing density can lead to crowded living conditions, which may increase the spread of diseases, reduce privacy, and put pressure on resources like water, electricity, and healthcare.
It can also cause stress and affect mental wellbeing.
List two impacts that not having access to internet has on human wellbeing
Limited internet access can reduce educational opportunities and prevent people from finding important healthcare information. It can also limit job prospects and isolate individuals from social support, negatively affecting overall wellbeing.
Provide two reasons why poor water quality can impact ones wellbeing?
Poor water quality can lead to waterborne diseases and reduce agricultural productivity, affecting food security.
What was the unemployment rate in DRC in 2024?
4.56%
What is one key challenge that affects wellbeing in the DRC?
Poverty
Corrupt Government
Poor Education
Access to Services
Violence and Conflict
What was the death rate in kinshasa?
8.52 per 1000
What impacts can limited access to water have on one's wellbeing?
It can cause dehydration, poor sanitation, and higher risk of disease.
What was the highest recorded temperature in the DRC?
41.5°C in Bandundu, a city located in the western part of the country.
What is income inequality?
Wealth is only concentrated among a small portion of the population, some people recieve less or more money than others
How could a stable and fair government improve the wellbeing of people in DRC?
Providing reliable access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and clean water.
It could also create fair laws, reduce corruption, and support economic opportunities, helping people live safer and healthier lives.
How does access to education or healthcare affect wellbeing?
Access to education and healthcare improves life expectancy, reduces poverty, and enhances quality of life.
How does technology improve education work and health opportunities?
Technology enables online learning, telemedicine, and access to remote job opportunities
How does the environment affect peoples safety, health and access to resources?
Environmental issues like pollution, deforestation, and floods can harm health and reduce access to clean water, food, and safe housing
How does income inequality affect peoples wellbeing?
Restrict access to essential services such as education, healthcare, and housing, and may contribute to social tension, dissatisfaction, or unrest within the community.
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