Title: New branch of the one-stop shop for business creation inaugurated in Matadi to promote entrepreneurship in the DRC
In a context of economic development and support for entrepreneurs in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a new branch of the one-stop shop for business creation was recently inaugurated in Matadi, capital of the Kongo Central province. This event marks a crucial step in the promotion of entrepreneurship in the region, and demonstrates the commitment of local authorities and international partners to the growth of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
The inauguration of this branch was achieved thanks to a dynamic partnership between the Kongo Central province, the General Directorate of the one-stop shop for business creation and the Project to support the development of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (PADMPME) . This collaboration shows the common desire to promote the formalization of businesses and to facilitate administrative procedures for entrepreneurs in the region.
The provincial Minister of Justice, Ms. Anne Marie Tsasa, underlined the importance of this new tool for local economic development. She highlighted the province’s commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at stimulating entrepreneurship and creating employment opportunities for young people and women. This branch of the one-stop shop for business creation is part of a global approach to promoting economic activity and the formalization of businesses in the province.
The Project to Support the Development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (PADMPME), financed by the World Bank, played a crucial role in the establishment of this branch. Its objective is to support the growth of local businesses and to encourage entrepreneurship, particularly among young people and women. The financial and technical support provided by PADMPME made this project possible and opens new perspectives for the local economic fabric.
The inauguration of this branch of the one-stop shop for business creation in Matadi was also welcomed by the representative of the World Bank in the DRC, Ms. Zouhour Karray. She highlighted the institution’s commitment to the country’s economic development and encouraged local authorities in their efforts to promote entrepreneurship and job creation. This initiative is part of a broader perspective of economic transformation and diversification of the Congolese economic fabric.
In conclusion, the inauguration of this branch of the one-stop shop for business creation in Matadi represents a significant step forward in supporting local entrepreneurs and promoting entrepreneurship in the DRC.. This new tool will facilitate administrative procedures for business creation and will encourage the formalization of economic activities in the region. It embodies the commitment of local authorities, international partners and civil society to economic development and job creation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.