The Congolese Head of State, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, recently gave a speech at the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) in New York, calling on investors from around the world to come and invest in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). During this conference, the President highlighted the improvements in the business climate in his country and encouraged businessmen and women to seize the opportunities offered.
Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi declared during his speech: “It is by coming now that you will find yourself winners alongside us tomorrow.” The Head of State thus wanted to reassure potential investors of the Congolese government’s desire to develop the local processing of natural resources, in order to create value chains and generate employment and wealth for the population.
The DRC, often perceived as a land of mineral extraction, now wishes to take control of the added value of its resources by transforming them locally. This strategy aims to diversify the country’s economy and provide investment opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, energy, infrastructure, and many others.
President Tshisekedi’s speech demonstrates the political will of the DRC to strengthen its economic attractiveness and create an environment favorable to national and foreign investments. The reforms undertaken by the government aim to simplify administrative procedures, fight corruption, and guarantee the legal security of investments.
For investors looking for opportunities in Africa, the DRC represents a promising market with strong growth potential. The country has significant mineral reserves, a young and dynamic population, as well as a vast territory conducive to the development of key sectors such as agriculture, energy and infrastructure.
President Tshisekedi’s call to the international business community is therefore an invitation to seize these opportunities and participate in the economic transformation of the country. By investing in the DRC, entrepreneurs can contribute to local development, create jobs, promote innovation and participate in building a sustainable and inclusive economy.
In conclusion, President Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi’s speech at the GABI in New York recalls the importance of investment in the DRC and invites entrepreneurs from around the world to come and participate in the economic transformation of the country. With its growth potential and ongoing reforms, the DRC offers numerous opportunities for investors looking for new markets and attractive returns. All that remains is to seize these opportunities and contribute to the sustainable development of the DRC.