Infrastructure investments in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continue to be a priority for the government. According to the latest figures from the Ministry of Budget, a sum of 308.7 billion Congolese Francs (more than 123 million dollars) was allocated to investments in the country’s 26 provinces over the last nine months.
However, despite this significant budget envelope, the execution rate remains low, reaching only 15.7% of the total amount planned for investments in the provinces. This raises questions about the government’s ability to fully deliver on its infrastructure projects.
The majority of investments were directed towards the construction of buildings, with an allocation of 267.1 billion Congolese Francs. This demonstrates the government’s efforts to improve public infrastructure in the provinces. In addition, more than 22 billion Congolese Francs have been invested in the construction of roads, tracks, bridges, ports, airports and rails in different regions of the country.
These investments are crucial for the economic development of the DRC. Indeed, many provinces of the country suffer from a glaring lack of road infrastructure and viable buildings. Investments in these key sectors can facilitate trade, boost tourism and create new employment opportunities for local people.
However, it is important that the government improves the management and supervision of these investments to ensure their effectiveness and real impact. It is also essential to ensure that infrastructure projects are carried out in compliance with quality and sustainability standards.
In conclusion, investments in infrastructure in the DRC are essential to support the country’s economic development. Despite the government’s efforts, much remains to be done to fully achieve the objectives set. It is therefore essential to continue to invest in these key sectors and to put in place monitoring and control mechanisms to ensure the smooth running of infrastructure projects.