DRC: Water Giant, but Little Presence in Global Water Data

Despite its numerous rivers, lakes, and flood events, the DRC remains underrepresented in the 2025 global report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), which does not include hydrological observations or stations from the country. The DRC experienced three consecutive years of severe flooding, notably in April 2025 in Kinshasa, resulting in at least 165 deaths, displacements, and significant damages, with no detailed economic impact provided. The WMO emphasizes the need for regular data sharing to improve risk monitoring and early warning systems, but the availability and transmission of Congolese hydrological data are currently inadequate.