The annual cocktail of the UN Global Compact Network DRC, organized recently in Kinshasa, marked an unmissable meeting for business leaders keen to integrate the principles of sustainable development and social responsibility at the heart of their activities. This event was an opportunity for the members of this network to reaffirm their commitment to respect for human rights, preservation of the environment and the fight against corruption, essential pillars of growth. sustainable and inclusive.
The speech by the outgoing Chairman of the Board of Directors, Célestin Mukeba, underlined the importance of collective action by companies to address the major challenges facing today’s society. Emphasizing the central role of businesses as catalysts for change, he called for innovation, courage and risk-taking to build a fairer and more sustainable future for all.
The handover to a new Chairman of the Board of Directors underlines the continuity and evolution of the network, with the ambition to become a true engine of positive change in society. Member companies, through concrete actions and lasting partnerships, can contribute significantly to building a better world for present and future generations.
The speakers, whether the Deputy Managing Director of Rawbank, Christian Kamanzi, the Resident Coordinator of United Nations Systems, Bruno Lemarquis, or the Africa Director of UN Global Compact, Hervé Lado, all stressed the importance of companies’ commitment to sustainable development. Rawbank, for example, demonstrated its involvement through various initiatives in terms of social and environmental responsibility.
The presence of new members within the network attests to its attractiveness and its capacity to mobilize a growing number of companies around sustainable development issues. This positive dynamic demonstrates the growing importance given by Congolese companies to their societal and environmental role.
In conclusion, the annual cocktail of the UN Global Compact Network DRC was an opportunity for business leaders to renew their commitment to sustainable development and social responsibility. Beyond speeches, it is through concrete and collective actions that companies can truly contribute to building a more sustainable and inclusive future for all.