Kiubo Falls

Kiubo Falls, also known as Chutes Kiubo, are an impressive natural spectacle on the Lufira River in the Haut-Katanga Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. With a height of about 60 meters and a considerable width, especially during the rainy season, the falls offer a majestic sight. They are located within Upemba National Park, one of Africa's oldest national parks, renowned for its rich biodiversity. The falls cascade over a series of rock steps, forming a wide wall of water that empties into a large basin. The enormous force of the water has shaped the surrounding landscape, creating a deep gorge. The ecosystem around Kiubo Falls is diverse, comprising savannas, gallery forests, and wetlands that provide habitat for numerous animal species, including elephants, buffalo, and a variety of birds. The Lufira River is rich in fish at this point, making it important for the local population and wildlife. Access to the falls is often difficult, requiring an expedition through the national park, which helps to preserve their pristine nature. Kiubo Falls are an important element of the region's hydrographic system, contributing to the regulation of water flow in the Lufira basin.

Nearby cities

Lubumbashi

Lubumbashi is the mining capital of the DR Congo and the second-largest city, located in the southeastern part of the country.

Likasi

Likasi is a major industrial city in the Upper Katanga Province, significantly involved in the processing of minerals.

Kipushi

Kipushi is a town in the Upper Katanga Province, situated right on the border with Zambia, known for its deep mine.

Kambove

Kambove is a historical mining town in Haut-Katanga province.

Pweto

Pweto is located at the northern end of Lake Mweru on the border with Zambia.

Kasumbalesa

Kasumbalesa is a border town in Upper Katanga Province, serving as a vital crossing point between DR Congo and Zambia.

Sakania

Sakania is the southernmost town of the DR Congo on the border with Zambia.

History & landmarks

University of Lubumbashi (Belvédère)

The distinctive campus buildings of the University of Lubumbashi, a center for education in the south.

Frédéric Kibassa Maliba Stadium

A major sports stadium in Lubumbashi, formerly known as Stade de la Kenya.

Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral

The Cathédrale Saints-Pierre-et-Paul in Lubumbashi is a grand Romanesque-style cathedral and a landmark of the mining capital.

Palais de Justice Lubumbashi

The Palais de Justice in Lubumbashi is a notable colonial-era building that houses the high courts of the region.

National Museum of Lubumbashi

The Musée National de Lubumbashi displays a rich collection of archaeological, ethnographic, and artistic works from the Katanga region.

Stade TP Mazembe

The Stade TP Mazembe is the private stadium of the famous Tout Puissant Mazembe football club in Lubumbashi.

More places

Lofoi Falls

One of the highest waterfalls in Africa, where the water plunges over 340 meters.

Upemba National Park

Upemba National Park in Katanga is a vast area of lakes, marshes, and high plateaus with diverse wildlife.

Lufira Valley Cattle Ranching

A significant area for cattle ranching in Haut-Katanga, favored by vast grassy plains.

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Kundelungu National Park

Kundelungu National Park is known for its dramatic landscapes and the spectacular Lofoi Falls, the highest in Africa.

Jadotville (Likasi)

Likasi, formerly Jadotville, was the site of the famous 1961 Siege of Jadotville, where Irish UN troops fought Katangese secessionists.

Historic Shinkolobwe Mine

A now-closed uranium mine that provided the material for the first atomic bombs during World War II.

Shinkolobwe Uranium Mine

The Shinkolobwe mine supplied the high-grade uranium used in the Manhattan Project for the first atomic bombs during World War II.

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Kinsevere Mine

Kinsevere is a significant copper mine located near Lubumbashi in the Upper Katanga Province.