1. Tsholola Tshinyama (1980)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who has played as a midfielder for Belgian Pro League's club, Lokeren.

2. Lomana LuaLua (1980)

Association Footballer

Congolese soccer player who is best known for playing on the Congo DR national team and for Karabükspor.

3. Dikete Tampungu (1980)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who is known for playing the position of goalkeeper for South Africa's Mpumalanga Black Aces.

4. Josef Thorak (1889)

Austrian Sculptor

Austrian-German sculptor who made Der sterbende Krieger, a statue in memory of the dead of World War I from Stolpmünde.

5. Henoc Muamba (1989)

Canadian Football Player

Linebacker who signed with the Indianapolis Colts in 2014 after an impressive three seasons for the CFL's Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

6. Emmanuel Mudiay (1996)

Basketball Player

Congolese point guard who was named the second-rated prospect in the country by Rivals.com after a stellar high school career at Grace Preparatory Academy and Prime Prep Academy. He played...

7. Christian Eyenga (1989)

Congolese Basketball Player

Wing who has played for many teams in multiple leagues, including for the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers from 2010-2012.

8. Icha Kavons (1989)

World Music Singer

World music singer who's song "Testimony" won the AFRIMMA 2016 Best Inspiration Song.

9. Moise Mbiye (1962)

Religious Leader

Religious figure who is recognized for acting as pastor of the Bethel City Central Assembly in Zambia. He also enjoyed a successful career as a Christian/gospel recording artist having released songs...

10. Mohombi (1986)

Swedish Musician

R&B singer-songwriter who sang the hit "Bumpy Ride" and who released his debut album MoveMeant in 2011.

11. Kabamba Musasa (1982)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who played as a Striker and Forward for the Congo National Team.

12. Kabwe Kasongo (1970)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who is known for being a left defender and his work with G.D. Chaves.

13. Ariza Makukula (1981)

Footballer

Portuguese soccer player who is known for playing the position of centre forward for Vitoria F.C.

14. Sam Mangwana (1945)

Jazz Singer

Congolese musician who was a member of the band TPOK Jazz. He also performed with the groups Afrisa International, African Fiesta, and African Fiesta National.

15. Christian Benteke (1990)

Footballer

Belgian striker who joined Aston Villa in 2012 after previously playing for Genk and Standard Liege. He joined Liverpool in 2015 and Crystal Palace a year later.

16. Mike Kalambay (1987)

Gospel Singer

Congolese gospel singer who has released albums such as Je suis une étoile and 1 Jour... He is known for tracks like "Kumama Yawhe" and "Lamentations."

17. Youssouf Mulumbu (1987)

Footballer

Central midfielder who debuted for Paris Saint-Germain B in 2004 and joined West Bromwich Albion 2009.

18. Lelo Mbele (1987)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who joined MC Alger in Algerian Ligue Professionnelle 1 in 2012.

19. Kiki Musampa (1977)

Dutch Footballer

Congolese-Dutch soccer player who earned 28 caps representing the Netherlands.

20. Pépé Kallé (1951)

Prominent Congolese Soukous Sing

Congolese musician known for his unique, multi-octave vocal range and for his work in the Cuban Rumba sub-genre of soukous music. Over the course of his career, he produced twenty...

21. Alain Masudi (1978)

Congolese Football Player

Congolese soccer player who joined Maccabi Ahi Nazareth in Israel's Liga Leumit in 2012.

22. Dikembe Mutombo (1966)

Congolese-american Basketball Pl

Congolese center who was an 8-time NBA All-Star and 4-time Defensive Player of the Year during an 18-year career that spanned from 1991 to 2009. He played with six different...

23. Dikilu Bageta (1978)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who is known for playing with Free State Stars F.C.

24. Dorcas Dienda (1994)

Model

Model from the Congo Republic who is best known as Miss Africa 2019. She has worked professionally as a model.

25. Dimitry Imbongo (1990)

French Footballer

French striker who began his MLS career with the New England Revolution in 2012.

26. Zola Matumona (1981)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congolese soccer player who has played for the Democratic Republic of Congo and for Primeiro de Agosto.

27. Gaby Mudingayi (1981)

Footballer

Belgian soccer player who has played the position of defensive midfielder for Italy's Seria A, Internazionale.

28. Mbo Mpenza (1976)

Footballer

Belgian soccer player who scored three goals in 56 appearances at the international level for Belgium.

29. Heritier Watanabe (1982)

Pop Singer

Pop singer who was a member of the group Werrason's Wenge Musica Mother House from 1999 to 2015. 

30. Hérita Ilunga (1982)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Congonese soccer player who is known for playing for Rennes as a left back.

31. Guylain Ndumbu-Nsungu (1982)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Professional Congolese soccer player who scored 10 goals with the team of Sheffield Wednesday from 2003-2005.

32. Trésor Mputu (1985)

Association Football Forward

Congolese soccer player who is known for playing the position of striker for the team, TP Mazembe.

33. Kimbembe Mazunga (1956)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Civil engineer and politician who served as governor of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of the Congo from 2005 to 2006.

34. Steve Mandanda (1985)

Footballer

Named Ligue 1 Goalkeeper of the Year in 2008 and 2011, playing for Marseille. He became a member of the French national team in 2008, making his UEFA Euro debut...

35. Dieumerci Mbokani (1985)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Soccer star who has been a standout striker for the Congolese national squad as well as clubs like Anderlecht and Dynamo Kyiv. He has received many prestigious honors from Belgian...

36. Youssoupha (1979)

French Singer Songwriter

Rapper who has won acclaim for his socially-conscious, politically-charged rhymes, as heard on tracks like "Dreamin'," "On Se Connaît" and "Menace de Mort." He has served as a songwriting teacher...

37. Britt Assombalonga (1992)

Footballer

Striker who made his senior career debut in 2011 for Watford.

38. Kazenga LuaLua (1990)

Soccer Player

Congolese-English soccer player who has played as a winger for the Brighton & Albion club.

39. Claude Makélélé (1973)

Footballer

Attacking midfielder who helped Real Madrid win two La Liga titles as well as the UEFA Champions League in 2002. Starred for Chelsea from 2003 to 2008 before finishing his...

40. Fabrice Muamba (1988)

Footballer

Former midfielder for the Bolton Wanderers from 2008 to 2012.

41. Danny Mwanga (1991)

Footballer

Congolese-American forward who began his MLS career with the Philadelphia Union in 2010.

42. Boris Lumbana (1991)

Footballer

Congolese-Swedish pop singer also known as Boris René who has won fans with songs like "Her Kiss" and "Put Your Love On Me." He was previously a professional soccer player...

43. Sita-Taty Matondo (1984)

Canadian Soccer Player

Canadian soccer player who played for many clubs including the Canada National team in 2002 and 2003.

44. Fally Ipupa (1977)

Actor

Award winning Congolese pop singer who got his start as a member of the group Quartier Latin International.

45. Blaise Nkufo (1975)

Swiss Footballer

Striker who played for Switzerland's national team from 2000 to 2010 and played professionally from 1993 to 2010 all over the world.

46. Maître Gims (1986)

French Rapper Of Congolese Origi

Born Gandhi Djuna, this Congolese-French hip-hop artist became known for his work with the group Sexion d'Assaut and also released solo work, including a 2013 album titled Subliminal. His charting...

47. Jason Mayélé (1976)

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Soccer player who represented the Democratic Republic of Congo at the African Cup of Nations.

48. Leroy Lita (1984)

English Footballer

Striker who joined Swansea City in 2011.

49. Kaysha (1974)

Congolese Singer

Congolese artist, businessman and producer who has released numerous albums, including his debut album entitled Bounce Baby in 1998.

50. Freddy Mombongo-Dues (1985)

Footballer

Mombongo-Dues is a Congolese footballer who plays for Royal Antwerp F. C. at Belgian Second Division.