What town is closest to the Congo river?

The town closest to the Congo River is Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Located directly across the river from Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of the Congo, Kinshasa is situated on the banks of the Congo River, making it one of the largest urban centers in Central Africa. Other nearby towns include Kisangani and Mbandaka, both of which are also located along the river.