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| Confederation | CAVB | |
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| Head coach | Danny Sapalo | |
| FIVB ranking | 72 (as of 1 January 2023) | |
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| African Championship | ||
| Appearances | 6 (First in 1993 ) | |
| Best result | 6th (1993, 2003) | |
The Democratic Republic of the Congo men's national volleyball team represents Democratic Republic of the Congo in international volleyball competitions and friendly matches.
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