La Zaïroise
| English: The Zairian | |
|---|---|
National anthem of Zaire | |
| Lyrics | Joseph Lutumba |
| Music | Simon-Pierre Boka Di Mpasi Londi |
| Adopted | 27 October 1971 |
| Relinquished | 17 May 1997 |
| Succeeded by | "Debout Congolais" |
| Audio sample | |
U.S. Navy Band instrumental version
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"La Zaïroise" (French for "The Zairian") was the national anthem of Zaire, from 1971 to 1997. The lyrics were written by Joseph Lutumba, and the music was composed by Simon-Pierre Boka Di Mpasi Londi.