The Democratic Republic of Congo recently received encouraging news: the approval of the three-year economic program accompanied by an extended credit facility of 1 billion 573.8 million USD. This validation, which took place on Wednesday July 3, 2024, is a positive sign for the government, demonstrating the confidence placed by the international financial community.
In an official statement, the Minister of Finance, Doudou Fwamba, welcomed this success, which he considers as recognition of the paradigm shift operated by the country, despite the challenges linked to the war situation imposed by a neighbor. aggressive. This success is the result of sustained efforts and sacrifices made by many actors, starting with President Félix Tshisekedi, who initiated the resumption of formal cooperation with the IMF.
The minister wanted to salute the commitment of experts from public administration and financial authorities, highlighting the efforts made to achieve this result. He also paid tribute to the actors of the previous government and the Central Bank of Congo for their effective management of the program until the last review.
This progress demonstrates the Congolese government’s desire to strengthen the country’s economic and financial stability, and to pursue the reforms necessary to promote sustainable development. It opens the way to new opportunities for growth and prosperity for the Congolese population.
In short, this validation of the three-year economic program represents a significant step in the right direction for the Democratic Republic of Congo, and illustrates the country’s determination to improve its economic situation in a complex regional context. It is a positive signal which arouses hope and mobilizes all stakeholders to continue on this path of progress and transformation.