Kasai

American  

[kuh-sahy, kah-] / kəˈsaɪ, kɑ- /

noun

1. a river in S central Africa, flowing from central Angola to and then NW along the Angola-Democratic Republic of the Congo border and through the Democratic Republic of the Congo to the Congo (Zaire) River. About 1,100 miles (1,770 km) long.

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Kasai British  

/ kɑːˈsaɪ /

noun

1. a river in southwestern Africa, rising in central Angola and flowing east then north as part of the border between Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaïre), continuing northwest through the Democratic Republic of Congo to the River Congo. Length: 2154 km (1338 miles)

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Example Sentences

The last outbreak, in the central province of Kasai, started on August 20, when a 34-year-old pregnant woman was admitted to hospital.

From Barron's

The latest outbreak is in central Kasai province, with 28 suspected cases recorded, the ministry said.

From BBC

The Disney Channel and “Dancing With the Stars” alumna confirmed Sunday that she had welcomed her first child, a baby named Kasai.

From Los Angeles Times

The hourslong rainfall in the district of Kananga in Kasai Central province destroyed many houses and structures, the province’s governor, John Kabeya, said as rescue efforts intensified in search of survivors.

From Seattle Times

In March, WHO announced it had terminated Kasai’s appointment after the inquiry resulted in “findings of misconduct.”

From Seattle Times