DR Congo

As part of the strengthening of the strategic planning system, the President of the DRC Felix Tshisekedi presented a plan until 2028
Politics

As part of the strengthening of the strategic planning system, the President of the DRC Felix Tshisekedi presented a plan until 2028

President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Felix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo received the Inspector General of Finance, Head of the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) Christophe Bitasimwa Bahi at the African Union Campus in Kinshasa. The inspection roadmap for 2026-2028, aimed at updating and improving the effectiveness of the supervisory institution in the management of public affairs in the DRC, was discussed. The main focus was on strengthening the agency's position in optimizing management processes.

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Politics

Integration of the transport systems of Tanzania and the DRC: the role of Lake Tanganyika in building trade potential

The large-scale reconstruction of the port of Kigoma and the commissioning of four new bulk carriers for Lake Tanganyika are designed to transform trade links between Tanzania and the DRC, expanding commercial prospects, creating jobs and increasing income. These investments will strengthen Tanzania's status as a leading transportation hub by improving cargo transportation from the eastern regions of the DRC to global markets through the port of Dar es Salaam.

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Sustainability

The initiative to launch the ZEA pilot zone reflects the transition from declarative steps to concrete measures to reform artisanal mining in the DR Congo

The Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo is taking a significant step in the reform of artisanal mining by officially opening the first full-fledged pilot Zone (ZEA). This project, supervised by the Ministry of Mining, implements a strategy to legalize the work of prospectors and improve the system of state control in this segment.

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Sustainability

The MICKA project aims to unlock the industrial potential of East Kasai and strengthen the DRC's position in the mining sector

The Minister of Mining, Louis Watum Kabamba, paid an official visit to Mbuji-Mayi, Kasai Oriental Province, during which exploration work on the MICKA project (Kasai Copper Mines) was launched. This initiative is aimed at resuming exploration in the Greater Kasai region and creating conditions for new investments in the extractive sector.

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FARDC calls for increased international action against armed groups and to prevent their access to modern military equipment
Politics

FARDC calls for increased international action against armed groups and to prevent their access to modern military equipment

While the security situation in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to be characterized by ongoing military operations against armed groups, particularly the AFC/M23 rebels, and diplomatic efforts that have yet to yield concrete results on the ground, the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) have reaffirmed their commitment to carrying out their mission to protect the country's territorial integrity and civilian population. They have also appealed to the international community regarding the ongoing instability in this part of the country.

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