The Congo River is arguably the most famous river in Africa. It's the second longest river in the world and the deepest river in the world (220 meters). The drainage basin covers 1,335,000 square miles. The Congo River serves as the main transportation source in Africa. The Congo River is the most powerful river in Africa. It drains 41,00 cubic meters of water in to the Atlantic Ocean every second. The river is so powerful it could supply all of Sub-Saharan electricity needs using hydro...