**Fatshimetrie: Relaunch of the Kinshasa International Fair (Fikin)**
The Kinshasa International Fair (Fikin), a symbol of long-neglected economic potential in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is rising from its ashes with the promise of a prosperous future. The Congolese government, aware of the importance of this public enterprise, has committed to restoring its former glory within 36 months. An ambitious and necessary approach to rehabilitate a largely underexploited economic jewel.
Over the years, the Fikin has suffered from looting and opaque contracts, losing its former splendor. But today, under the leadership of the Minister of Foreign Trade, Julien Paluku, a new chapter is opening for this emblematic institution. The urgency of modernizing the site and regulating fairground activities across the country is highlighted as an absolute priority. A call for transparency and accountability is being made to all stakeholders to breathe new life into confidence.
The goal is clear: to turn the page on disillusioned speeches and create an effective management model for Fikin. Privatization or hybrid model, the choice will be made in the best interests of the company and its staff. The 33 hectares in the heart of Kinshasa, a legacy of a tumultuous past, must regain their economic and social vocation for the good of the Congolese community.
Minister Paluku’s visit to Fikin is a strong signal to the company’s agents and executives. The government is committed to carefully examining their demands and ensuring a more stable and prosperous future. The modernization of the site, the renovation projects and the fight against illegal occupations demonstrate a firm desire to restore Fikin to its full potential.
By preparing a major fairground activity for the month of December, the government is announcing the beginning of a new era for Fikin. An era marked by transparency, efficiency and economic development. The promise of a bright future is on the horizon, a future where the Kinshasa International Fair will regain its leading place in the Congolese economy.
The revival of Fikin is an opportunity for the DRC to demonstrate its ability to transform challenges into opportunities, to restore hope to its people and to build a better future for all. The road ahead will be strewn with pitfalls, but with strong political will and unwavering commitment, Fikin will be able to regain its reputation and once again become a pillar of the Congolese economy.
Together, let us build a promising future for the Kinshasa International Fair, a future where excellence, integrity and prosperity will be the watchwords. The revival of Fikin is underway, and the whole world has its eyes turned towards this long-awaited economic and social renewal.