The modern market “Reconciliation Market” inaugurated in Tshikapa, DRC
The province of Kasai in the Democratic Republic of Congo recently celebrated the inauguration of the modern market called “Reconciliation Market” in Tshikapa. This event was chaired by the governor of the province, Maître Dieudonné Piemé Tutokot, in the presence of local political authorities.
This modern market is the result of a project to build the RN1 in its Batshamba-Tshikapa-Kamuesha-Kananga section, financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB). It offers several essential infrastructures for traders and consumers, with 240 stalls, 23 latrines, 12 stores, two cold rooms, a multipurpose room, a restaurant, a radio and a kitchen.
The construction work for this market was carried out by the Chinese company CGC, and began on June 20, 2021. This inauguration marks an important step forward for the economic development of the city of Tshikapa, by offering modern infrastructure adapted to the needs. merchants and the population.
Governor Maître Dieudonné Piemé Tutokot expressed his gratitude to the AfDB for its financial support, as well as to the President of the Republic Félix Tshisekedi for his involvement in the realization of this project. This inauguration is also a strong symbol of reconciliation and reconstruction in a region that has been marked by conflict and unrest in recent years.
This modern market offers new economic opportunities to local traders, thus promoting the economic and social development of the region. It also symbolizes the importance of investing in infrastructure to support local development and improve people’s quality of life.
In conclusion, the inauguration of the modern market “Reconciliation Market” in Tshikapa is a significant step in the process of reconstruction and development of the Kasai region. This modern market offers many opportunities for local traders and contributes to the improvement of the daily life of the inhabitants of the city. It testifies to the importance of investment in infrastructure to promote the economic and social development of the regions in the DRC