[4] Historically, Barumbu's development paralleled Kinshasa's transition from a colonial outpost known as Léopoldville to a sprawling urban center.

[6] The eastern boundary follows the Kinshasa-Matadi Railway line, extending between the Kalamu River and the Bitshaku-Tshaku collector, eventually reaching the Malebo Pool.

[7] This soil, formed primarily from valley deposits, is light, highly permeable, and has limited humus content, with sand accounting for over 56% of its composition.

[6] The Bitshaku-Tshaku has two significant tributaries, the Bakongo and Itaga streams, and receives rainwater from the Marais, Plateau, and Bokassa avenues.

However, the general condition of the Bitshaku-Tshaku has deteriorated due to dislocated masonry and extensive rubbish deposits that obstruct its flow.

[6] The remnants of Barumbu's original vegetation are now mainly limited to areas like the Binza Météo reserves, which serve as a reminder of the once-abundant flora.

[6] Today, the natural vegetation in Barumbu has largely been replaced by urban infrastructure, subdivisions, and various forms of cultivated greenery.

[6] The area is now populated with fruit-bearing trees, such as mango and avocado, along with ornamental plants, integrated within the urban layout and residential developments.

[5] This density impacts the residents' living conditions, leaving limited outdoor space, which is typically used as a shaded communal area for social gatherings and meals.

These facilities generally consist of a toilet connected to a septic pit, which requires regular emptying, and a shower with water flowing freely onto the plot or toward the roadside gutter.

[5] A 2007 inspection, partially funded by Lukunga District, reviewed 4,621 plots, revealing widespread issues:[5] The Régie des Voies Aériennes de la République Démocratique du Congo has its head office in the Ndolo neighbourhood of Barumbu.