Katanga

geographical name

Ka·​tan·​ga kə-ˈtäŋ-gə How to pronounce Katanga (audio)
-ˈtaŋ-
variants or 1972–97 Shaba
region of southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo; chief city Lubumbashi

Note: Rich in mineral deposits, Katanga seceded shortly after Congo became independent (1960), but was absorbed back into the country after fighting ended in 1963.

Katangese
kə-täŋ-ˈgēz How to pronounce Katanga (audio)
-taŋ-
-ˈgēs
adjective

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“Katanga.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Katanga. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

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