The Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) recently took an important decision to support the national aviation company Congo Airways. Indeed, a fund of 10 million dollars was released to allow the company to rent two planes, as well as to make other acquisitions necessary for its operation.
The Minister of Transport, Roads and Access, Mark Ekila, announced this decision through an official press release. According to the latter, the amount allocated by the government will be used to finance the rental of two planes, as well as other equipment, pending the relaunch of Congo Airways.
A few days ago, the company made the decision to temporarily suspend its activities in order to improve its services. This suspension left a void in the Congolese air sector and made travel within the country more complicated.
Congo Airways had also expressed a financial need of 32 million dollars to cope with the difficulties it faces. Following this, the company’s Managing Director, José Dubier Lueya, received the promise of increased support from the Congolese government.
This decision to release funds to support Congo Airways is part of a hire-purchase program, more commonly called “leasing”. This program allows the company to immediately benefit from the aircraft it needs, by leasing them with a progressive purchase option.
The objective is to allow Congo Airways to quickly resume its activities and thus contribute to improving air connections within the country. This decision by the government shows its commitment to supporting the Congolese airline industry and facilitating the travel of citizens.
In conclusion, the release of $10 million by the Congolese government to Congo Airways for the rental of two aircraft and other acquisitions is an important measure to support the national airline and improve air transport services in the Democratic Republic of Congo. . This demonstrates the government’s commitment to promoting the Congolese airline industry and facilitating travel within the country.