Dibindi
Dibindi | |
|---|---|
Commune | |
| Country | Democratic Republic of the Congo |
| City | Mbuji-Mayi |
| Population (2017) | |
• Total | 295,768 |
| Time zone | UTC+2 (CAT) |
Dibindi is a commune of the city of Mbuji-Mayi in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is one of the main urban communes that form the city.
Geography
Dibindi is located in the central part of Mbuji-Mayi, the capital of Kasaï-Oriental Province. The commune is part of the larger urban area and plays a significant role in the city's social and economic activities.
Population
According to available estimates, Dibindi has a population of nearly 300,000 inhabitants, making it one of the most densely populated communes of Mbuji-Mayi.[1]
Administration
The commune of Dibindi is administered by a local mayor (bourgmestre) who oversees municipal governance, basic services, and coordination with the city authorities of Mbuji-Mayi.[2]
Economy
As a highly urbanized commune, Dibindi hosts markets, small businesses, and community services that contribute to the economy of Mbuji-Mayi. Informal trade is common, and the commune plays a role in the diamond trade, which is significant in the region.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "Population de la commune de Dibindi". PopulationStat. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
- ^ "Organisation administrative de la ville de Mbuji-Mayi". Congovilles. Retrieved 2025-10-03.
- ^ Kalala, Jean (2021-07-15). "Le commerce local à Mbuji-Mayi". Radio Okapi.
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