List of people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo

This is a list of people from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Actors Topistar Di Congo a Congolese Entrepreneur fashion designer tech expert humanitarian and activist

Artists

Topistar Di Congo a Congolese Entrepreneur fashion designer tech expert humanitarian and activist Moseka Yogo Ambake (c. 1956–2019) — painter Kiripi Katembo (c. 1979–2015) — photographer, documentary filmmaker and painter Gosette Lubondo (b. 1993) — photographer Albert Mongita (c. 1916–1985) — actor, dramatist, painter, filmmaker and theatre director Chéri Samba (b. 1956) — painter Pamela Tulizo (b. 1994) — photographer Bodys Isek Kingelez (c. 1948–2015) — sculptor Freddy Tsimba (b. 1967) — sculptor Eddy Kamuanga Ilunga (b. 1991) — painter Solange Mindondo (c. 1971–2019) — actress Maman Bolingo (c. 1957–2025) — actress

Athletes Eshele Botende (b. 1970) — retired football goalkeeper, played for Kaizer Chiefs F.C.and Club Sport Marítimo Muteba Kidiaba (b. 1976) — football goalkeeper playing for TP Mazembe football club and the national team Jonathan Kuminga (b. 2002) — professional basketball player for Golden State Warriors Siadabida Manda (b. 1970) — professional association football player, played for a number of clubs in Greece Emmanuel Mudiay (b. 1996) — professional basketball player for Cangrejeros de Santurce of the Baloncesto Superior Nacional (BSN) Andy Mulumba (b. 1990) — professional American football player Green Bay Packers Dikembe Mutombo (b. 1966) — former basketball player who played for several teams in NBA Jean-Jacques Ndala (born 1987) — FIFA-listed association football referee. Steve Zakuani (b. 1988) — association football player, currently playing for Seattle Sounders FC in The MLS Youssouf Mulumbu (b. 1987) — professional association football player Marie-Antoinette Katoto (b. 1998) — Congolese-French professional association football player

Musicians

Franco Luambo (c. 1938–1989) — singer, guitarist, composer, and bandleader Léon Bukasa (c. 1925–1974) — singer, songwriter, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist Manuel d'Oliveira (c. 1915–1988) — singer, songwriter, performer, guitarist, and bandleader Papa Noël Nedule (c. 1940–2024) — singer-songwriter and guitarist Bébé Atalaku (b. 1962) — singer-songwriter and atalaku Nono Monzuluku (c. 1960–2024) — singer-songwriter and atalaku Tabu Ley Rochereau (c. 1940–2013) — singer and songwriter Ferré Gola (b. 1976) — singer-songwriter and dancer Franglish (b. 1994) — Congolese-French rapper and singer Claude (b. 2003) — Congolese-Dutch singer Tusse (b. 2002) — Congolese-Swedish singer Fally Ipupa (b. 1977) — singer-songwriter, dancer, philanthropist, guitarist and producer Le Grand Kallé (c. 1930–1983) — singer-songwriter, composer, and bandleader Koffi Olomide (b. 1956) — singer, dancer, producer, and composer Maître Gims (b. 1986) — Congolese-French singer-songwriter, rapper Dr. Nico Kasanda (c. 1939–1985) — guitarist, composer, singer-songwriter Naza (b. 1993) — Congolese-French rapper, singer-songwriter Fabregas (b. 1987) — singer-songwriter, dancer and record producer Barbara Kanam (b. 1973) — singer-songwriter Yxng Bane (b. 1996) — British-Congolese rapper, singer-songwriter Keblack (b. 1992) — Congolese-French rapper, singer-songwriter Papa Wemba (c. 1949–2016) — singer-songwriter, sapeur, dancer, and cultural icon Pépé Kallé (c. 1951–1998) — singer-songwriter and bandleader Damso (b. 1992) — Congolese-Belgian rapper, singer-songwriter M'pongo Love (c. 1956–1990) — singer-songwriter Tshala Muana (c. 1958–2022) — singer-songwriter and performer Awilo Longomba (b. 1962) — singer-songwriter and drummer M'bilia Bel (b. 1959) — singer, songwriter and dancer Lokua Kanza (b. 1958) — singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer Werrason (b. 1965) — singer-songwriter, and bandleader Sam Mangwana (b. 1945) — singer and songwriter Jossart N'Yoka Longo (b. 1953) — singer-songwriter and producer. Wendo Kolosoy (c. 1925–2008) — guitarist, singer-songwriter, and producer Ray Lema (b. 1946) — singer-songwriter, pianist, guitarist Cindy Le Coeur (b. 1982) — recording artist, singer, and dancer Lutumba Simaro (c. 1938–2019) — singer-songwriter, composer, and bandleader Nyboma Mwan'dido (b. 1952) — singer, songwriter and dancer King Kester Emeneya (c. 1956–2014) — singer and bandleader L'Or Mbongo (b. 1978) — singer-songwriter and cantor Yondo Sister (b. 1958) — singer-songwriter and dancer Madilu System (c. 1952–2007) — singer-songwriter Bimi Ombale (c. 1952–2011) — singer-songwriter and drummer Baloji (b. 1978) — Congolese-Belgian rapper, singer-songwriter and producer Bramsito (b. 1996) — Congolese-French singer-songwriter and producer Innoss'B (b. 1997) — singer-songwriter, rapper, percussionist, and dancer Gaz Mawete (b. 1991) — singer-songwriter, dancer Héritier Watanabe (b. 1982) — songwriter-singer, dancer Bill Clinton Kalonji (b. 1979) — singer-songwriter, dancer and animator Moise Mbiye (b. 1962) — singer-songwriter and pastor Mike Kalambay (b. 1978) — singer-songwriter, pastor and dancer Dena Mwana (b. 1986) — singer, composer and dancer Lu Kala (b. 1995) — Congolese-Canadian singer-songwriter and dancer Céline Banza (b. 1997) — singer-songwriter, dancer and guitarist Jipson Butukondolo — composer, vocalist and entertainer Diblo Dibala (b. 1954) — singer, director, arranger, composer, producer, and guitarist Dindo Yogo (c. 1955–2000) — singer-songwriter, and dancer Ndombe Opetum (c. 1944–2012) — recording artist, composer and singer Youssoupha (b. 1979) — Congolese-French rapper and songwriter Mose Se Sengo (c. 1945–2019) — guitarist, composer and bandleader Mohombi (b. 1986) — Congolese-Swedish musician, singer-songwriter, composer, and dancer Josky Kiambukuta (c. 1949–2021) — performing artist, singer-songwriter, and composer Kanda Bongo Man (b. 1955) — singer-songwriter, dancer and bandleader Abeti Masikini (c. 1954–1994) — singer-songwriter, bandleader, and performer Marie Misamu (c. 1974–2016) — cantor, songwriter and composer Youlou Mabiala (b. 1947) — recording artist, composer, songwriter, and singer Bozi Boziana (b. 1951) — singer-songwriter and bandleader Kaysha (b. 1974) — singer-songwriter, rapper and producer Mayaula Mayoni (b. 2010) — recording artist, composer and singer Young Paris (b. 1988) — Congolese-American singer-songwriter, rapper and producer Evoloko Jocker (b. 1954) — singer-songwriter, dancer Jessy Matador (b. 1983) — Congolese-French singer-songwriter Jean-Bosco Mwenda (c. 1930–1990) — guitarist and singer. Avelino (b. 1993) — Congolese-British-rapper and singer Bouro Mpela (b. 1975) — singer, dancer, and performer Dadju (b. 1991) — Congolese-French singer-songwriter and composer Iyenga — singer-songwriter Tiakola (b. 1999) — Congolese-French rapper and singer Jimmy Omonga (b. 1976) — singer-songwriter, guitarist Kalash Criminel (b. 1995) — Congolese-French rapper and producer Kasaloo Kyanga (c. 1957–2011) — singer-songwriter, guitarist, and composer Marie Daulne (b. 1964) — Belgian-Congolese singer-songwriter, arranger and choreographer Ninho (b. 1996) — Congolese-French rapper and producer Gradur (b. 1990) — Congolese-French rapper Singuila (b. 1977) — singer-songwriter Alicios Theluji (b. 1987) — singer-songwriter and dancer Laurette la Perle (b. 1989) — singer-songwriter, model and businesswoman Soulé (b. 1995) — Irish-Congolese singer-songwriter Philippe Lando Rossignol (c. 1935–2004) — singer and recording artist Lous and the Yakuza (b. 1996) — Congolese-Belgian singer-songwriter, rapper, model, and artist Lucie Eyenga (c. 1934–1987) — singer and songwriter Nathalie Makoma (b. 1982) — Congolese-Dutch singer-songwriter Zola (b. 1999) — Congolese-French rapper and producer Syran Mbenza (b. 1950) — guitarist, singer-songwriter Lovy Longomba (b. 1986) — songwriter, pastor, prophet, producer, musician, and life coach Samba Mapangala (b. 1955) — singer-songwriter, and bandleader Patsha Bay — singer-songwriter Jaysix Abdalah (b. 1989) — singer-songwriter Cor Akim (b. 1992) — singer-songwriter, and pianist Pierre Kwenders (b. 1985) — singer and rapper Tshanda Sangwa (b. 1996) — singer-songwriter Serge Le Griot (b. 1995) — singer-songwriter Tresor (b. 1987) — singer-songwriter, music producer, entrepreneur and philanthropist Adios Alemba (b. 1962) — singer-songwriter and producer Adamo Ekula — singer-songwriter and dancer Ada Muangisa (b. 1953) — guitarist, singer-songwriter BM (b. 1992) — singer-songwriter Ricardo Lemvo (b. 1957) — singer-songwriter Kristy Diamond — singer-songwriter Jungeli — Congolese-French singer-songwriter Johnny Bokelo (c. 1940–1995) — singer-songwriter, guitarist, and dancer Paul Ebengo Isenge (c. 1934–1990) — singer-songwriter, guitarist, arranger Béatrice Beyou Ciel (b. 1967) — singer-songwriter and dancer Antoinette Etisomba Lokindji (c. 1950–2002) — singer-songwriter and dancer Anita Mwarabu (b. 1987) — singer, composer and author Amanda Malela (b. 1989) — multilingual singer, composer and dancer Déesse Mukangi (b. 1969) — vocalist, songwriter and dancer Abby Surya — singer-songwriter Rosny Kayiba — singer-songwriter Mj30 (b. 1986) — singer-songwriter Sista Becky — rapper, singer, dancer, and lyricist Sarah Kalume (b. 1990) — singer-songwriter and dancer Ya Levis Dalwear (b. 1994) — singer-songwriter and dancer Deborah Lukalu (b. 1994) — singer, composer and dancer Sandra Mbuyi (b. 1984) — singer-songwriter and dancer JB Mpiana (b. 1967) — singer-songwriter, dancer, choreographer But Na Filet (b. 1986) — singer-songwriter, dancer Félix Wazekwa (b. 1962) — singer-songwriter and dancer Souzy Kasseya (b. 1949) — guitarist, singer-songwriter, composer, and multi-instrumentalist JDT Mulopwe (b. 1972) — singer-songwriter and dancer Rebo Tchulo (b. 1996) — singer-songwriter, dancer Celeo Scram (b. 1978) — rapper, singer-songwriter Robinio Mundibu (b. 1985) — singer-songwriter, dancer Bumba Massa (b. 1945) — singer-songwriter Faya Tess (b. 1966) — singer and composer Debaba (c. 1961–2011) — singer-songwriter and composer Reddy Amisi (b. 1960) — singer-songwriter. He is known for his smooth voice and dynamic performances Ntaba 2 London — singer-songwriter and dancer Gaz Fabilouss — rapper, producer and bandleader Ryan De La Cruz — singer, actor, songwriter, model, director and producer Sangana Yala — singer and composer Gloria Bash — singer-songwriter Mauvais Djo — Congolese-French rapper and songwriter BabyDaiz — Congolese-born, South African recording artist, rapper, and songwriter Willy Mbembe — trumpeter and composer Likinga Redo (c. 1954–2013) — singer-songwriter

Entrepreneur Topistar Di Congo — fashion designer and technology professional Gabriel Zagabe Muzusa (b. 1978) — Congolese businessperson and politician Arlette Amuli (b. 1995) — Congolese American content creator, social media personality, and producer Johnny Moko (d. 2026) — Congolese-born British music promoter and events organiser.

Politicians Noëlla Ayeganagato (b. 1994) — Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs in 2025 Vital Balla (b. 1936)Bazenguissa-Ganga, Rémy. Les voies du politique au Congo: essai de sociologie historique. Paris: Karthala, 1997. p. 426 Kudianga Bayokisa (b. 1971) — lawyer and politician who served as Minister of Trade in the Second Matata government (2014–2016) Ève Bazaiba (b. 1965) — lawyer, Secretary General, and environmentalist Jean-Pierre Bemba (b.1962) Pierre Marini Bodho (b. 1938) Léon Kengo wa Dondo (b. 1935) — former Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Antoine Gizenga (1925–2019) — Congolese Prime Minister and candidate for President Laurent-Désiré Kabila (c. 1939–2001) Joseph Kabila (b. 1971) — fourth President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Clémentine Shakembo Kamanga (b. 1950) — diplomat and writer