Title: ExpoBéton RDC 2023: An exceptional edition dedicated to urban development
Introduction :
The ExpoBéton RDC, Exhibition for the Development of Cities, Corridors and Special Economic Zones, will have its 7th edition from September 30 to October 4, 2023. Initially planned for a later date, this edition will finally be held in Kolwezi, capital of Lualaba province in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With the support of the central and provincial government, the Fair aims to promote urban development and infrastructure linked to multimodal transport, housing, energy and industry. This edition aims to be a place for meetings and exchanges to promote regional integration and South-South cooperation.
An exhibition dedicated to the development of the Southern Corridor of the DRC – SADC:
The 2023 edition of ExpoBéton will highlight the development of the Southern Corridor of the DRC – SADC, with particular attention paid by the President of the Republic, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo, and the central government. Kolwezi, the mining capital of the DRC rich in natural resources, will be the central location of this Show. Participants from the DRC, SADC countries, the rest of Africa and the world will have the opportunity to reflect on the opportunities for urban development and infrastructure in this strategic area.
Panels of experts for enriching discussions:
ExpoBéton RDC 2023 will offer a content-rich program with the participation of experts in different fields. Discussion panels will address key themes such as sustainable urbanization, urban mobility, energy challenges, technological innovation, and many other subjects. These exchanges will allow participants to share their experiences, explore new ideas and promote cooperation between urban development stakeholders.
Kolwezi, world capital of cobalt, hosts ExpoBéton RDC 2023:
This edition of ExpoBéton DRC will take place in Kolwezi, the rich cobalt capital of the world. This city located in the heart of the province of Lualaba is a strategic location for the economic development of the region. By hosting the Show, Kolwezi offers an exceptional showcase to highlight investment opportunities and urban development projects in the region.
Conclusion :
ExpoBéton RDC 2023 will be an unmissable event for urban development stakeholders in Africa and around the world. Through quality exchanges, fruitful meetings and presentations of innovative projects, this Fair will contribute to the promotion of regional integration, South-South cooperation and the development of the Southern Corridor region of the DRC – SADC. Kolwezi, with its wealth of natural resources and economic potential, will be the ideal location to host this major event.