Depicts an official emblem of the Laurent Kabila regime: a mature male lion standing to the left amid grass, symbolizing strength and authority. Above the lion is the country’s name in French, and the date of issue is placed below.

Kabila’s regime, which began in 1997 after he overthrew Mobutu Sese Seko, was characterized by efforts to rebuild the Democratic Republic of the Congo (formerly Zaire) after decades of dictatorship. His government sought to restore national sovereignty, but faced internal conflict and external pressures, particularly during the Second Congo War.

Depicts an African golden cat setting, the denomination above, and the issue date below.

The African golden cat (Caracal aurata) is a medium-sized wild cat native to the forests and rainforests of Central and West Africa. Known for its distinctive golden to grayish-brown coat, the African golden cat is a solitary and elusive predator, primarily hunting small mammals, birds, and reptiles. It is a highly adaptable species, thriving in a variety of habitats, from lowland forests to mountainous regions, although it is most commonly found in dense, forested areas. The cat is skilled at climbing trees and is known to be an excellent hunter, often ambushing its prey from an elevated position. The African golden cat is listed as "Near Threatened" due to habitat loss, poaching, and the encroachment of human settlements, making conservation efforts important to its survival. Despite its elusive nature, it is an important part of the ecosystem, helping to regulate populations of smaller animals in its habitat.