Kinshasa is a river port in Africa. Kinshasa is located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, which is home to the Congo River. The Congo River is one of the longest and deepest rivers in the world, and it plays a critical role in the transportation of goods and people throughout central Africa. Kinshasa is strategically located along the Congo River, making it a major hub for trade and commerce in the region. Other cities, such as Mombasa, Alexandria, and East London, are located along the coast and are important seaports rather than river ports.