Title: The encouraging progress of the Special Economic Zone of Musienene in North Kivu
Introduction :
The visit of the Congolese Minister of Industry, Julien Paluku Kahongya, to the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) of Musienene, located in the territory of Lubero in North Kivu, made it possible to note the progress made in this important economic development project. . In this article, we will come back to this visit and discover the steps taken, demonstrating the positive evolution of the ZES of Musienene.
Significant progress:
During his visit, Minister Paluku was able to see several notable advances in the Musienene SEZ project. First of all, the studies on the development plan have been finalized, which constitutes a crucial stage for the establishment of suitable infrastructures. In addition, the ZES site has been expanded from 138 hectares to more than 300 hectares, thus offering more opportunities for establishment to interested companies.
A solid energy infrastructure:
Another positive point highlighted by the Minister is the availability of electricity in the area. Indeed, energy supply is essential for the proper functioning of industrial activities. The presence of this energy infrastructure demonstrates the commitment of the Congolese authorities to provide an environment conducive to economic development.
An attractor for large companies:
The ZES of Musienene has already aroused the interest of many companies wishing to set up their industrial units there. More than ten business requests have already been registered, demonstrating the confidence in the area’s development potential. This attraction for large companies is a positive indicator for the future of the Musienene SEZ and the economic opportunities it offers.
Essential support from local notability:
During his visit, the Minister also exchanged with the notability of Musienene, stressing the importance of local support for the success of this project. He recalled that the construction of a special economic zone requires time and patience, and cited the example of the Makulu SEZ which took more than ten years to see its first production. It is therefore crucial that local notoriety continue to support the efforts made for the operationalization of the Musienene SEZ.
Conclusion :
The visit of the Minister of Industry to the ZES of Musienene revealed the encouraging progress made in this economic development project. The studies on the development plan, the enlargement of the site and the registration of the companies are all steps that have been successfully completed. This is a positive signal for the future of the Musienene ZES and its role in creating economic opportunities in the North Kivu region.