Everything you would want to know about Tatalia-Nkisi

Tatalia-Nkisi, officially The Freest Congolese Conflux of Tatalia-Nkisi, is a country in Central Africa. It extends from the Atlantic Ocean in the west to the Rwenzori Mountains and Lake Tanganyika in the east. The country borders the Republic of the Congo to the west; the Central African Republic and South Sudan to the north; Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and Tanzania to the east; and Zambia and Angola to the south.

Tatalia-Nkisi lies largely within the Congo Basin, with much of its territory covered by dense tropical rainforest. The country is crossed by an extensive network of rivers and waterways, many of which form part of the Congo River system. Its climate is predominantly equatorial, characterized by high temperatures, high humidity, and abundant rainfall throughout much of the year. The eastern and southern regions are more mountainous, including areas of the Albertine Rift and the Rwenzori range.

With an estimated population of approximately 111.2 million, Tatalia-Nkisi is the fourth-most populous country in Africa, after Nigeria. Covering an area of approximately 2 344 858 km², it is also the second-largest country on the continent by land area.

SYSTEM OF GOVERMENT

The Freest Congolese Conflux of Tatalia-Nkisi is distinguished by its specific system of government. Civic Technocracy, as the government describes it, is a mixture of technocracy and democracy. The system aims to create the best possible conditions for the development of the state, making sure that power over the technical aspects of government (such as the budget or infrastructure) remains in the hands of professionals, and that the public has a direct influence on the laws that affect them (mainly civil law, but also family law, criminal law, etc.).

Government efforts are currently underway, led by the Department of Progress, to popularize participation in voting on new proposals among the broadest possible group of citizens through the use of mobile technology. At present, it is the Motó, representatives of the parliament, who are responsible for preparing public votes on specific laws. Ultimately, however, such processes will increasingly be conducted through the government application "Mdi-Mi'nsi" (eng. Me: Citizen.”)
In addition to providing access to voting, the application will also allow citizens to complete tax forms, submit official requests (e.g., for a passport), make medical appointments, enroll their children in educational institutions, and store important documents in a valid digital form, such as a driving licence or identity card.
The government of Tatalii-Nkisi refers to this as a “revolution in digital administration,” while the system that will emerge as a result of widespread digitalization is referred to as “Digital Technocracy”.

EXECUTIVE POWER

The head of state is Mankisi, whose figurehead consists mainly of an authority figure who attends and negotiates political disputes within the country and is also the country's representative on the international stage. He is elected by popular vote every six years. He has a special legislative option so that a bill can be considered without collecting signatures. Mankisi has a deputy (Lo'bok'o Ya Mo'bali; Tatalian: right hand) who attends talks or deliberations for him when he is busy.

District authority is exercised by the Moto (Tatalian: head). They act as governors and sit in the Conflux of Elders. They are elected for a four-year term by the residents of the region in which they stand for election. Their tasks, as governors, include keeping order in the area, enacting laws, and listening to the voice of the people to better represent them during meetings of the Conflux of Elders. Like Mankisi, each also has a deputy (Lom'boko Nya Mwa'si; Tatalian: left hand).

RESOLUTION AUTHORITY

Resolutions in Tatalia-Nkisi come from four sources: Conflux of Nouses, Conflux of Elders, Mankisi, and citizen initiative.

The Conflux of Nouses is the largest governing body in Tatalia-Nkisi. It issues resolutions that permanently amend laws, and (along with its Departments) handles the publication of directives with no legal force, presenting scientific findings, suggestions, and insights. The incumbent officials have the title Bo'onko (Tatalian: brain) and are scholars who deal with the technical side of state functioning. They are recruited from among the most prominent graduates of state universities, as well as from foreign universities, as there are no barriers regarding the background to sit in the Tatalia-Nkisian government. Foreigners must expect that the language they will speak is exclusively Tatali, so they should know it fluently before applying for a job in the Conflux.
The Conflux of Nouses has seven departments under it:
- Finance Department (which deals with fiscal policy, as well as the management of state assets),
- Security Department (which patronizes internal security services, as well as military development),
- Department of Progress (which is tasked with the development of education, conducting scientific research, and putting it into practice),
- Department of Health (which takes care of health care),
- Department of Culture (which takes care of indigenous culture, as well as organizing various social and cultural events. In addition, it nurtures spirituality and the environment, which in Tatalia-Nkisi are deeply connected with culture),
- Department of Development (which studies its own, as well as the world economy, and prepares the right development path for the state. It distributes subsidies and takes care of infrastructure development),
- Social Department (which aims to improve the lives of citizens by conducting family and social policies, benefits, and, for example, programs to combat unemployment).
Each department conducts its scientific research related to its field (e.g., the Health Department on the development of medicine), and in cooperation with the Finance Department develops its budget, from which it will fund the development of its field of state and further research.

The Conflux of Nouses itself is convened when an extensive political discussion is needed on the functioning and development of the state, as well as in the face of important events, both external (the outbreak of war) and internal (passing the budget). Present at it are the presidents of each department, who, in addition, may bring with them in delegation up to 4 staff members who specialize in the topics under discussion. However, the format of the Conflux of Nouses can also be used as an official forum for discussion between only individual departments during an urgent situation (such as the Security Department and the Health Department in the face of a pandemic). Regardless of the scale of the event, the deliberations are chaired by a delegate from the House of Control, and there is an option for Mankisi or his deputy to attend.
The Conflux of Elders consists of the Motó or their Loboko Ya Mwasi. Its main task is to guide the state in the context of civil and family law and to discuss the mood and events within each region. This assembly has the power to pass legislation, and, in some cases, is the first step in the legislative process. Its deliberations are supervised by the House of Control.

In addition, in the case of arch-important situations, Mankisi can convene The Freest Congolese Conflux, consisting of the Conflux of Nouses, Elders, and Mankisi himself. It does not have the force of law, but its resolutions dictate the next actions in the country, and the assembly itself enjoys the highest respect and rank among the public.

The legislative process in a somewhat simplified version:
1) An idea for a law emerges. If the change is to be on a "hard" law, such as a tax threshold, the initiative can come from the Conflux of Nouses and Mankisi. In contrast, if a "soft" law is involved, such as abortion regulations, the proposal can be submitted by members + deputies of the Conflux of Elders, Mankisi, and a group of citizens exceeding 100,000 members.
2) Assuming it is a "soft" law, it first goes to the Conflux of Elders, which can accept or reject it. "Hard" bills or those initiated by Mankisi and a group of more than 2 million citizens bypass this step and go straight to the 3rd.
3) The bill goes to the desk of the Conflux of Nouses. There it is checked from the perspective of disrupting the free functioning of the state. "Soft" bills are usually not checked particularly carefully.
4) The law goes to the president this president can approve it, veto it, table amendments, or put it to a referendum. In the 2nd and 3rd cases, the bill goes back to the beginning of the legislative process, but once it passes a second time the president cannot reject it again. When it is put to a referendum, to be approved it must meet 60% support with a 50% turnout.
5) Anybody through which a law passes can report it to the Constitutional Court. If the law is ruled to be consistent with the Basic Law, it goes back to the body that sent it to the Court, and if it is inconsistent is immediately rejected.

JUDICIAL AUTHORITY

There are 3 types of courts in Tatalia-Nkisi: public, official, and constitutional.

The public court tries ordinary citizens and is two-instance. The first instance is the regional court, and the second instance is the district court (covering the district + surrounding M'banzas). A case goes to the district court only if the regional court issues a verdict that is deemed incorrect by the petitioner, and a complaint is filed. In such a case, the district court may affirm the regional court's ruling, modify it, or overturn it, where the case goes back to the start.

The official court operates in the same way as the public court but is for officials - both sitting in the Confluxes, regional politicians, and representatives of the civil service, such as the military. This type is guided by a special criminal code designed for the aforementioned defendants, where the penalties are harsher than in the public court. This is because it is considered that a government employee should be a model for other citizens.

The Constitutional Court is classified as a judicial power, but not as a judiciary. It does not judge people, but only laws regarding their constitutionality. Its system of functioning is described in the subsection legislative process.

REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION

Tatalia-Nkisi is divided into Regions, comprising smaller towns and rural areas, and M'banzas- segregated urban or industrial areas. Each has its own Motó and Regional Conflux. Elected every four years by the region's residents, it has its budget and the ability to enact regional laws, the scope of which is described in the constitution. In addition, all administrative subdivisions deal with the issues closest to the citizens, such as the renovation of roads and the construction of sewage systems.

When Mankisi approves a state law, it goes to all Motó. They then present it to the Regional Conflux, which is required to implement it. If any Regional Conflux passes a law, it goes to Manksi, who must acquaint the Conflux of Nouses and Elders with it.

HISTORY OF TATALIA-NKISI

In this paragraph, parts that are not the product of my imagination will be told briefly, if at all. Why do I need to get all worked up when the books have already done it for me? In particular, I recommend the works of Isidor Ndaywel è Nziem, a Congolese historian, or paying attention in your history class.

BEFORE THE WAR OF INDEPENDENCE

The story of Tatalia-Nkisi's history begins in pre-colonial times. Close to the coast, the Kingdom of Congo dominated, while inland the Luba and Lunda kingdoms thrived.

The real turning point began when the Spaniards reached the area now occupied by Tatalia-Nksi. Christianization followed, and the Congo Kingdom fell after political chaos. The Congo Free State was established, which was owned by King Leopold II of Belgium.

The Congo Free State was based primarily on exploitation, and the brutality and greed of the colonizers made its mark on history. However, not everyone agreed with this state of affairs: Hiram Detsen Casement was a high-ranking official in a remote, mining area of the colony. Shortly after his arrival, he was devastated by the state's practices and vowed not to engage in them himself. He paid his workers generously with food (money was almost useless in the local realities), guaranteed them relatively decent housing and sanitary conditions, and forbade the use of force against his subjects. He listened to the requests of the locals, which he then tried to fulfill, and even, through interaction with the locals, learned the basics of their language. This brought him great popularity among the locals, who often even fled from other parts of the colony under Hiram's authority. He told other superiors that the escape was due to a desire to flee into the depths of the Congolese jungle, and while doing so the fugitives were captured by his guards. He also explained to them that it made no sense to send him back, as he had plenty of work at home, but assured them that the fugitive would face harsh punishment. This, however, never followed, and the newcomers were treated as if they had always worked here.

Thanks to the influx of workers from other parts of the colony, and the good treatment of the subjects, the part of the colony managed by Casement was the most productive of all. This aroused the interest of the superiors, and during their visits, they even especially temporarily put chains on the prisoners and pretended that the plant was functioning like the others. This, combined with the distance from the rest of the labor settlements, meant that no one from the Belgian management discovered Hiram's activities. In time, he decided to use his influence directly fighting against the system in the colony. From his income he financed weapons that went to guerrillas in various parts of the Congo Free State, he and his allied white officers began to train local militias to fight the colonizers.

REVOLT OF THE BEASTMASTERS

In October 1913, trained troops began to leave the allied regions more and more boldly, mainly to send delegations to local rulers to win their support, as well as to map the terrain and establish small-scale field depots for weapons and ammunition. The vast majority of chiefs supported the rebellion plans and joined Casement's initiative. On January 25, 1914, a four-day gathering of representatives of Congolese tribes began at Casement's estate with the heads of the rebel army, allied white administrators of other colonial centers, and Casement himself, where it was decided to launch a large-scale rebellion, war plans were drawn up, and the movement itself was given its official name: The Freest Congolese Conflux of Tatalia-Nkisi. The site of this gathering became the command center during the civil war, the future capital, the city of Ma'bansa N'kisi.

The first battles aimed to raid isolated troops so that they would be lost without trace, and then to free the slaves from the labor camps and escape with them to the east of the country, where they were safe. Efforts were made to make the attacks discreet and not to arouse suspicion, to gain as much time as possible to mobilize and train the freed slaves. No strangers were allowed to venture deep into the jungle, and it was also necessary to ensure that no witnesses who might report the rebellion to the Belgians escaped. In time, however, the colonizers uncovered the fact that the local colonial governors were responsible for the military campaign, so they concluded that the rebellion aimed to seize all the wealth and slaves for themselves. A popular term in Europe for the uprising was 'Revolt of the Beastmasters', emphasizing the 'savagery' and 'inhumanity' of black people. At this stage, the amount of fighting increased significantly. Belgium was sending more and more troops, so the rebels sought to quickly liberate as many outposts of the colonies closer to the coast as possible to seize the goods and people there before the main opposing army reached the coast. Due to the Belgians' well-known problems with access to ammunition, these skirmishes usually favored the rebels. Despite these victories, Tatalia-Nkisi leaders decided that they would not face the Belgian army on the coast to hold on to what they had managed to seize, and would retreat into the jungle, hoping that exotic diseases and surprise attacks would effectively weaken their opponents before the final battle occurred. This is exactly what happened, on June 19, 1915, the exhausted colonizer forces faced the rebel army in a decisive battle on the Lomela River, which ended in a Tatalia-Nkisi victory.

Then came another plot twist: World War 1 broke out, and Belgium, as well as other European countries supporting it, had to focus on defending their own homes, despite the lack of an official peace, all colonizer forces from the Belgian Congo were withdrawn back to the mainland. At this time, the forces of The Freest Congolese Conflux captured the entire area of the country almost without resistance and proceeded to build fortifications on the coast, as well as to develop the arms industry and train the army as quickly as possible, to best prepare for the resumption of fighting.

After the Great War ended, however, the European countries were weakened to such an extent that no one could question Tatalia-Nkisian sovereignty over the land. Therefore, The Freest Congolese Conflux became one of the first African countries to liberate themselves from colonialism.

SURROUNDED BY GLORY

After winning the War of Independence, peace has been uninterrupted until now. Under the rule of H.D. Casement, the first-ever Mankisi, Tatalia-Nkisi transformed from a debased colony to one of the world's more developed states. This was achieved through low corruption, careful budget planning, healthcare and education development, and the rapid industrialization of Ma'bansas, the newly established industrial cities.

Ma'bansa were often established where colonial outposts had once been located, taking advantage of the existing infrastructure. Each Ma'bansa specialized in the production and processing of a particular material, such as wood, stone, ivory, or agricultural products (the exception being Ma'bansa N'kisi, the current capital, which is a small, representative city). The people working there could expect good working conditions by the standards of the time. Slavery was abolished, allowing to everyone settle wherever they wanted. Roads and railways were built to connect the Ma'bansas, facilitating the movement of products and people to where they were needed most. Hospitals, police stations, primary schools for children, and branch schools for adults were established in every city. This provided Tatalia-Nkisians with new opportunities for a better life, and the materials they produced were essential for the entire state to develop further. People from all over the state settled in the Ma'bansas, leading to a diverse ethnic structure taking hold in the cities, which lessened tensions between tribes and contributed to the creation of the Tatalian language, a mixture of the languages of the Indigenous Tatalian-Nkisi people and the languages of the European settlers.

Common rhetoric in Tatalia-Nkisi teaches that despite our differences, we are still a single nation, we live in one country and have much to learn from each other. Its impact was all the stronger because people remembered what happens when different cultures do not respect each other, pushing Tatalia-Nksians toward a more open-minded, compassionate, and inclusive mindset. Even small tribes weren't afraid to showcase their origin, as it elicited a cheerful, curious reaction rather than anything negative. This led to a renaissance of local cultures in Tatalia-Nkisi, with a lot of occasions to celebrate it: festivals, performances, theaters, and art galleries sprung up all over the country. However, all this didn't mean that affiliation with local tribes overshadowed patriotism for Tatalia-Nkisi, quite the opposite: every culture was a brick in the foundation of Tatalia-Nkisi.

During this time, the Tatalia-Nkisian economy was rapidly rising. With Ma'bansas and a focus on technological development, new branches of the economy flourished, and already existing ones were becoming more advanced: from timber woodchipping to furniture restoration, or from mining to smelting and, eventually, car manufacturing. The process of expansion into newborn sectors was fervently supported by the government for strategic reasons: it was agreed upon that autarky should be pursued. At that time, Tatalia-Nkisi didn't have any allies who could become reliable trading partners, and the authorities were wary of deepening economic connections with the West, through fear of being cut off from all the supplies in case of war. An independent African state was still considered an anomaly by European countries, making it foolish not to prepare for such contingencies. Thankfully, the Freest Congolese Conflux has never been a side in another full-scale military conflict, and self-sufficiency proved beneficial, as when building a country from scratch creates a demand for almost everything, positively influencing Tatalia-Nkisi tycoons and investors.

Mankisi Mokonzi H.D. Casement ruled the nation for over 40 years. During his reign, Tatalia-Nkisi flourished in the peace and harmony it so desperately needed. It is when The Freest Congolese Conflux also earned nickname 'The Trailblazer', as under Casements' brave leadership the nation became a beacon of freedom and prosperity of the African Continent.

SEDNA IS WHAT WE STRIVE TOWARDS

After the tragic passing of Mokonzi H.D. Casement, Tatalia-Nkisi was guided by two heads of state: Mokonzi M'basi N'po'ma, who eventually abdicated, and the current ruler, Mokonzi Na'sinka Bosem'bo. Yet, one thing remains unchanged: The Freest Congolese Conflux continues to be the most powerful African state in the modern world, and it shows no sign of slowing down. Reach for the stars, O great African Trailblazer, for Sedna is closer than ever to your grasp.

DEMOGRAPHICS

The Freest Congolese Conflux of Tatalia-Nkisi has a population of approximately 111.2 million people as of 2025 and is the fourth most populous country in Africa. The population density is around 37 inhabitants per square kilometer. Despite being a highly developed nation, the fertility rate remains high at 3.1 births per woman. Positive net migration also contributes to population growth, with an annual growth rate of 1.3% in 2025. The largest groups of refugees arriving in Tatalia-Nkisi come from Rwanda, the Central African Republic, South Sudan, Zambia, and Burundi. The country has 0.96 men for every woman.

URBANIZATION

About 74% of the population lives in urban areas, while the remaining 26% resides in rural regions. Most of the rural population lives in savannas and along riverbanks, while the rainforest-covered central and northern parts of the country are sparsely populated outside of major urban centers. Many cities of the Freest Congolese Conflux are highly specialized, as a result of early Tatalia-Nkisian city planning practices. The largest cities are Dye’ni’-Nsete, Ala'si-U'nang'a, and Ma’bansa N’kisi.

Largest Cities

Administrative map of Tatalia-Nkisi

Dye'ni'-Nsete (Tat. Mosswood) was founded as a timber industry center and a port city on the Congo River in the western part of the country. Due to its location just 120 kilometers from the Atlantic Ocean and its excellent port, rail, road, and air infrastructure, it became the heart of Tatalian export. The rapidly growing industry and trade contributed to its expansion, making it today the largest metropolis of Tatalia-Nkisi and the capital of the Kubasika-d'Kon'go (Tat. Dawn of the Congo) province. The city hosts branches of many international corporations and banks in the financial district of Bum'bule-Diyan'sawu (Tat. Pillar Made of Ivory), as well as the country’s largest stadium – Moyo-d'Yespoti (Tat. Soul of Sport). Residents relax in the Ni'ya-Fa'kiki district (Tat. Old Factory), a former industrial complex near the city center transformed into an entertainment district with swimming pools, parks, and other leisure centres. Not far from the city lies the Pari'k-d'Mantu-Masisa National Park (Tat. Park of Flying Roots).

Ala'si-U'nang'a (Tat. A Shining Diamond) is the second largest city of the Freest Congolese Conflux, located in the southern part of the country. Originally founded as Ma'bansa U'nang'a, it later changed its name to reflect the impressive growth and development of the area. The city is a major hub for the mining sector, as well as for machinery manufacturing and textiles. It is home to the Ala'si-U'nang'a University of Technology, one of the most prestigious polytechnic universities on the continent. Young engineers easily find employment in the region’s ever-active industry. Since 2013, the city has carried out an air pollution reduction campaign, successfully lowering emissions from high to very low levels. Ala'si-U'nang'a is the capital of Di'bene-o'Bakam'bo (Tat. Blessing of the Ancestors) province.

Ma'bansa N'kisi (Tat. City of Nkisi) is the capital and most important city of the Freest Congolese Conflux. Built in the shape of a sun, the capital was designed from scratch in the 20th century, initially serving as the command center during the war of independence. Today, it houses all major governmental institutions, as well as numerous research laboratories and universities. It is one of the country’s most representative cities, intended to symbolize the modernity, beauty, and order of the entire state. This is where the famous diplomatic district Yesika-te'M'bato-Em'ban'sande (Tat. Where Man Become Gods) is located, home to many embassies and international political organizations. The city is also the capital of the Ma'kasi-Kom'goni province (Tat. A Great Merge).

Ni'ka'su-d'-Mu'pela (Tat. A Flood of Gold), is the capital of the Bukange-set'Mu'peli-Mundi (Tat. Kingdom With Golden Ground) province. It is known for its mineral extraction and as one of the country’s most important business centers. The financial district Mu'peli-Ba'te (Tat. Golden Goose) forms the backbone of the national banking and insurance sector, with its towering skyscrapers visible far beyond the city borders. Ni'ka'su-d'-Mu'pela also hosts the largest mineral exchange in the country.

Ma'bansa lin'Me'peta (Tat. A City Above the Clouds), later shortened to lin'Me'pata, is a city in the northeastern part of the Freest Congolese Conflux, serving as the capital of the Mashi-d'Wiw'el province (Tat. Eastern Peaks). The city has experienced a boom over the past 30 years as more Tatalian tourists and wealthy citizens have been drawn to the area for its isolation, lack of industrialization, and breathtaking scenery. Lin-Me'pata lies between Lakes Edward and Albert, near numerous national parks on both the Tatalian and Ugandan sides of the border, and at the foot of Mount Stanley, the country’s highest peak, from which it takes its name. Luxurious estates and the untouched beauty of the region have earned lin'Me'pata the nickname “the Tatalian Beverly Hills.”

Ma'bansa Liba'ya (Tat. A City of Planks) is a city located in the middle of nowhere (central part of the country), renowned for its timber and furniture industry. The furniture designed and produced here combines the traditions of the cultures inhabiting Tatalia-Nkisi with a modern, fresh look, making it a staple in most Tatalian homes. It has also gained international fame for its uniqueness and character. The city’s artistic craftsmanship thrives thanks to numerous museums and art fairs in the Zol'yelongi-Maske district (Tat. Two-sided Mask). This is the birthplace of Kwame Itoua, the famous Tatalian sculptor. The city also serves as the capital of the Sam'ba-d'Motema province (Tat. Heart of the Forest).

Lesi'ba-d'Bylia (Tat. A Spring of Food) is a city in northern Tatalia-Nkisi and the capital of the Nor-te'Orta province (Tat. On the North From the Aorta). It serves as the country’s breadbasket, featuring an advanced irrigation system powered by nearby rivers to support vast agricultural lands. The most common crops are cassava and bananas, although more profitable crops such as cocoa and coffee have grown (hehe) increasingly popular in recent years. The city is also home to numerous food processing plants and a chemical industry producing medicine and fertilizers. The renowned Lesi'ba-d'Bylia Agricultural University, one of the best in the nation, is also located here.

Saka-Ni'kombe (Tat. Plentiful of Cassava) is a city in northeastern Tatalia, known for its agriculture and livestock breeding. In recent years, ranches have begun to appear alongside food production facilities, and thanks to nearby national parks, agritourism has started to flourish. Of particular note are the nearby Garamba National Park, which boasts the largest elephant population in the country, and Parik'i d'Tsasete-Okapi (Tat. Park of a Fussy Okapi), home to numerous endangered okapi, birds, and primates. The city serves as the capital of the Syes'hi-T'yem'bo province (Tat. Giddy Elephant)

N'siki-N'guya (Tat. A New Power) is the second largest city of the Nor-te'Orta province and the center of Tatalia-Nkisi’s armament industry. The city hosts military and aviation academies, and about 40 kilometers west lies the famous TP-12 proving ground, rumored to be the site of advanced technologies unavailable to civilians. Beyond its military profile, the city has a rich cultural heritage — it was founded by the Ngbandi people, whose artistic traditions and military craftsmanship remain deeply rooted in the city’s DNA.

M'budi-Mayi (Tat. Still Water) is a city in eastern Tatalia-Nkisi, situated on the shores of Lake Tanganyika. It is a capital of the na'Wsho-Blu region, which takes its name from the lake itself — in Tatalian, na'Wsho-Blu means “endless blue”. It is a picturesque city known for its clean beaches, cozy cafés, peaceful parks, and the influx of artistic, snobbish youth who gather annually to attend the local Academy of Fine Arts. Publishing houses, art dealers, and antique markets thrive here, and the lively nightlife often drives residents toward quieter suburbs. For decades, M'budi-Mayi has inspired some of Tatalia’s greatest artists.

RACE AND ETHNICITY

According to the 2025 census, 93% of the population identifies as Black, 5% as Mixed, 1.5% as White, and 0.5% as Other, mostly East Asian. The Freest Congolese Conflux is home to over 250 ethnic groups and more than 450 tribes; therefore, there is no dominant ethnicity

The ten most populous ethnic groups in Tatalia-Nkisi are the Shi (Bashi), Luba-Kasaï, Kongo, Mongo, Lubakat, Lulua, Tetela, Nande, Ngbandi, and Ngombe peoples. Since independence, rapid urbanization has brought people from various tribes together into shared spaces, leading to increasing intermixing of the population.

The development of a common Tatalia-Nkisian language and culture has led the majority of the population (82%) to identify primarily as Tatalia-Nkisian. Within this group, 32 percentage points also maintain a secondary tribal identity. Meanwhile, 16% of the population identifies primarily with their tribal group, of which 14 percentage points consider themselves secondarily Tatalia-Nkisian. Finally, 2% of the population does not identify as either tribal or Tatalia-Nkisian.

LANGUAGE

There are approximately 245 languages spoken in the country, but only Tatalian is recognized as the national language. Currently, 89% of the population is fluent in it. In addition, four languages have official status in specific regions of the country: Kikongo in the west, Lingala in the north, Swahili in the east, and Tshiluba in the south. Although their use is declining in favor of Tatalian, they are still commonly spoken as second languages and are often taught in schools. Moreover, these four languages have also had a dominant influence on the formation of the common Tatalian language.

The most popular foreign language is English, as it has become the global lingua franca and is widely taught in the country. French, Chinese, and Spanish are also popular and frequently chosen by the population as foreign languages. In Tatalia-Nkisi, Portuguese can also be encountered, often due to the influx of migrants from Angola and Mozambique. It is estimated that in the Freest Congolese Conflux, 63% of the population speaks at least one foreign language at a communicative level; among people under the age of 35, this percentage rises to 92%.

RANDOM ASS FACTS

1) Even tho Tatalia-Nkisi has its own language and writing system, I have no clue how to insert it into NationStates. Therefore, I'm using the Tibetan script, not because I understand it, but because it looks kinda similar to Tatalia-Nkisian. Also, free Tibet.
2) The motto of Tatalia-Nkisi is "Sedna Is What We Strive Towards! | སེད་ན་ནི་ང་ཚོས་བརྩོན་ལེན་བྱེད་ས་དེ་ཡིན།!". Sedna is a dwarf planet in the outermost reaches of the Solar System. This symbolizes the nation's ambition to achieve the unattainable and emphasizes the essence of scientific development.
3) The flag of Tatalia-Nkisi consists of a black rhombus on a yellow background, with a white tree placed in the center. The black symbolizes death during the struggle for independence, while the surrounding yellow symbolizes knowledge and optimism for the future. The tree in the middle stands for stability and harmony, and indicates the importance of nature.
4) Tatalia-Nkisian emblem incorporates some elements from the flag, mainly the color scheme and the tree. Aside from that, the crops symbolize the fertility of the land, the rising sun stands for the bright future the nation has, and we can see the motto of the nation in the bottom part. In addition, spears and crosses are arranged in Nkisi Sarabanda - a traditional Congolese symbol of the spirit.
5) Mankisi Mokonzi H.D. Casement is old as hell💀💀 He has served the nation since it was established: purely because I never thought of his replacement. Update: okay he is replaced now, but he still is a legend
6) The currency of the nation is Bomeng | ཡོ་བྱད་. And to be completely honest: I forgot where it came from. Update: ok I remember now. It's a Tatalian word that means "wealth", but also "happiness" and "felicity". I <3 consumerism frfr.
7) The national animal is the M'o'bolko | བྱ་ངང་. It's a Tatalian word for swan. I like swans. That's it. That's the lore right there. Oh and Kreis Cygnus was my favorite Beyblade.
8) If you merge two or more words to name a singular thing, ex. Tatalia-Nkisi, Mashi-d'Wiw'el, or Bukange-d'Mu'peli-Mundi, you usually connect them all with dashes to avoid confusion. This doesn't apply to animate nouns and Ma'bansas because I'm here to make the rules and these are the rules I came up with🤗🤗
9) NS motto doesn't let me put it in both english and tatalian (tibetan) so it's cut in half. Just know that it's actually སེད་ན་ནི་ང་ཚོས་བརྩོན་ལེན་བྱེད་ས་དེ་ཡིན། in it's full glory.
10) Tatalia-Nkisi means "Land of Free Spirits" in Tatalian. The more you know.

Issued by the Department of Culture of Tatalia-Nkisi