On the occasion of the fifth edition of the Katanga Business Meeting (KBM), which took place from May 2 to 4, national and international stakeholders gathered to discuss the major issues linked to the integral development of the Democratic Republic of Congo. This event brought together numerous experts and decision-makers around crucial themes for the economic future of the country.
The KBM began with an opening ceremony chaired by Nicole Ntumba Bwatshia, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Head of State. Participants were able to attend panels moderated by influential figures such as professors Jean-Luc Namegabe Mastaki, Robert Kalumba Malombo, Lucine Hapi le moal and Arthur Kaniki, who addressed essential topics such as investments and financing of clusters. industrial. The debates notably highlighted the importance of financial education in economic development.
A second panel brought together experts such as Edouard Mutamba, Dr Guy Muswil, Hugo Sinza and Popol Mabolia Yenga to discuss the benefits of industrial clusters in the DRC for local and international economic players. The discussions highlighted the opportunities offered by these centers to stimulate the country’s economic growth.
The second day of KBM was rich in workshops, panels, Meetups and masterclasses. The participants reflected in particular on the policy of professional internships as a lever for the development of industrial centers. The importance of pooling forces between private and public actors to boost these programs was highlighted during the discussions.
For the second consecutive year, the KBM was held in Lualaba province, a decision justified by the region’s mineral wealth and the creation of new special economic zones conducive to growth. This edition was an opportunity for participants to examine strategic issues and propose concrete solutions to promote the economic development of the country.
In short, the KBM has once again shown its importance as an unmissable event for Congolese and foreign economic players. The enriching exchanges and recommendations made during this event will undoubtedly contribute to strengthening the development potential of the DRC and opening new perspectives for the country’s economy.