**Fatshimetrie: Plea for the opening up of the province of Kasaï-Oriental**
At the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo lies the province of Kasaï-Oriental, a region rich in natural resources and economic potential, but which still remains largely landlocked due to the lack of adequate infrastructure. It is in this context that the Congolese Business Federation recently called for the opening of road, river and rail communication routes to open up this province and facilitate the transport of goods.
Wilfried Bukasa Willa, Vice-President of the FEC of Kasaï-Oriental, underlines the crucial importance of these three lines of communication for the economic and social development of the region. Indeed, the rainy season makes roads impassable, which hampers trade and drives up product prices. On the other hand, during the dry season, goods can be transported more easily, which favors an increase in supply and a reduction in prices.
It is interesting to note that this drop in prices observed in the province of Kasaï-Oriental is directly linked to the quality of communication infrastructure. By rehabilitating road, river and railway routes, it is possible to prevent excessive price fluctuations and guarantee a regular supply of goods.
The concrete examples given by Mr. Bukasa Willa, such as the drop in the price of sugar and fuel, perfectly illustrate the positive impact of better accessibility of communication routes on the local economy. Indeed, the reduction in transport costs has a direct impact on the purchasing power of consumers and the competitiveness of businesses in the region.
To conclude, the FEC of Kasai-Oriental’s advocacy in favor of opening up the province through the construction of roads, rivers and railways is not only legitimate but also essential for the sustainable development of this region. By investing in efficient communications infrastructure, it is possible to stimulate the local economy, promote trade and guarantee a significant improvement in the quality of life of the inhabitants of Kasaï-Oriental.