Investing in agriculture to stimulate the Congolese economy: the call of a deputy
In a context where the Congolese economy is marked by a strong dependence on imports, MP Olive Mudekereza recently called on the government to invest massively in agriculture. Elected from the territory of Walungu in South Kivu, Mudekereza stresses that investment in this key sector would reduce imports and regulate the exchange rate in the market.
The MP is particularly inspired by the Kenyan model, where the export of avocados has generated considerable income. According to him, the Democratic Republic of Congo has even greater potential, with a variety of crops, including avocados, plums, maracujas and pineapples from Idjwi, reputed to be the best in the world.
To realize this vision, Olive Mudekereza encourages the State to support farmers by setting up investment banks and agricultural banks with attractive interest rates. He stresses that the granting of loans at advantageous rates, in particular to micro-enterprises and to women, would boost the agricultural sector and make the DRC a regional economic locomotive.
In addition, the MP insists on the need to rehabilitate agricultural service roads to facilitate the evacuation of production. Indeed, transport infrastructure plays a crucial role in the development of the agricultural sector, ensuring access to markets for farmers and reducing post-harvest losses.
In conclusion, Olive Mudekereza highlights the untapped potential of agriculture in the DRC and calls on the government to invest massively in this sector. By promoting the development of agriculture and the processing of local products, the country could reduce its dependence on imports, create jobs, stimulate the economy and contribute to the country’s food security.