Outsourcing in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is a crucial sector for many businesses, but it faces many challenges. The law regulating the sector requires that 51% of the shares of a subcontracting company be held by Congolese and 49% by expatriates. However, it has been found that many companies circumvent this requirement through fraud schemes.
One of the consequences of this situation is that many employees in the subcontracting sector are often faced with precarious contracts and do not benefit from the professional benefits to which they are entitled. This creates a situation of injustice and weakens Congolese workers.
To remedy this situation and improve the subcontracting service in the DRC, several measures could be taken. First of all, it is essential to strengthen control and anti-fraud mechanisms to ensure that companies respect the law and do not circumvent Congolese participation requirements.
In addition, it is essential to promote training and skills development for Congolese workers in the subcontracting sector. This will guarantee their employability and offer them more stable and better paid career prospects.
At the same time, it is important to raise awareness among companies of the importance of respecting workers’ rights and offering them decent working conditions. This can involve regular audits and certifications to ensure compliance with social and professional standards.
Finally, it would be wise to promote the creation and development of Congolese subcontracting companies, in order to strengthen the local economic fabric and encourage greater Congolese participation in this sector. This could be encouraged by incentive measures and financial and technical support for Congolese entrepreneurs.
In conclusion, to improve the subcontracting service in the DRC, it is necessary to strengthen control mechanisms, promote training and skills development for Congolese workers, raise awareness among companies on respect for workers’ rights and promote the creation of Congolese subcontracting companies. These measures will help make this sector fairer, healthier and more beneficial for the Congolese economy as a whole.