Goma

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. How many people live in Goma?Approximately 782,000 residents and 500,000 displaced people (2024 estimate)
2. How big is Goma?75.72 square kilometers
3. What language do people speak in Goma?Swahili, Lingala, French, and local dialects
4. What is the capital city of?North Kivu Province
5. What is the notable neighboring volcano?Mount Nyiragongo (active, 13-18 km south)
6. What is Goma and where is it located?Goma is a city in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, on the northern shore of Lake Kivu. It is close to the active volcano Mount Nyiragongo.

Albertine Rift: A geologically active valley forming the western branch of the East African Rift, characterized by volcanic activity and unique ecosystems.
Virunga Volcanic Range: A chain of volcanoes in East Africa, including Mount Nyiragongo and Mount Karisimbi, bordering Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
M23 Movement: A rebel group that has been active in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, impacting the security and governance of cities like Goma.
Humanitarian Hub: A city or region that serves as a central point for providing aid and support to large numbers of people in crisis.