The bankruptcy of Congo Airways: a hard blow for air transport in the DRC
It is with deep concern that the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) recently addressed the subject of the bankruptcy of Congo Airways during a press conference. The national airline of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which has suspended its flights for several days, is facing a critical situation which threatens not only its operations, but also the image of the country.
According to the head of the IGF, Jules Alingete Key, Congo Airways was the victim of ill-intentioned people who scuttled the company from its beginnings. This situation is all the more worrying as air transport is essential in the DRC, where it represents the main means of connecting the country’s major cities.
The suspension of Congo Airways flights has had a considerable impact on the Congolese population. Many passengers now find themselves deprived of safe and efficient transport, while many economic activities suffer.
Faced with this alarming situation, Jules Alingete Key called on the government to quickly find a lasting solution. According to him, it is crucial to provide the necessary funds to allow Congo Airways to resume its activities. He thus mentioned an estimate of 32 to 100 million dollars to resolve the situation and restore the company to its status of national pride.
The bankruptcy of Congo Airways once again highlights the importance of rigorous management of public finances and transparency in the air transport sector in the DRC. The IGF will continue to play its supervisory and inspection role to ensure that such situations do not arise in the future.
In conclusion, the bankruptcy of Congo Airways constitutes a real blow for air transport in the DRC. It is essential that the government takes rapid measures to resolve this situation and allow the company to regain its essential role in the development of the country. The IGF remains vigilant and will continue to ensure the good management of public finances in this key sector of the Congolese economy.