Katanga
geographical name
Ka·tan·ga
| \ kə-ˈtäŋ-gə
, -ˈtaŋ-\
, -ˈtaŋ-\
variants:
or 1972–97 Shaba \ ˈshä-bə
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Definition of Katanga
region of southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo; chief city Lubumbashi
Note: Rich in mineral deposits, Katanga seceded shortly after Congo became independent (1960), but was absorbed back into the country after fighting ended in 1963.
Other Words from Katanga
Katangese
\ kə-täŋ-ˈgēz
, -taŋ- , -ˈgēs \
adjective
, -taŋ- , -ˈgēs \
adjective