### Economic and geopolitical sovereignty in the DRC: an enlightening analysis
On May 21, 2025, during the Global Growth Conference in Rabat, Morocco, the Minister of the National Economy of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Daniel Mukoko Samba, highlighted a central problem for the country: economic sovereignty. In an international context marked by rapid geopolitical transformations, this question deserves special attention.
#### A complicated geopolitical context
The DRC, rich in natural resources, in particular in critical minerals such as cobalt and lithium, is at a crossroads. The global energy transition, accentuated by a race for access to rare land, has introduced new dynamics on international markets. In this context, economic sovereignty becomes not only a necessity, but also a strategic issue. Minister Samba stressed that to strengthen this sovereignty, it is essential to “produce more energy” and develop infrastructure, including the Grand Inga dam and the Kivu-Kinshasa green corridor.
It should be recognized that these infrastructures represent more than a simple economic asset; They are also geopolitical levers. Improving roads, ports and rail networks could easily transform the DRC into a key player on the African continent, thus facilitating exchanges with neighboring economies. By connecting to regional economic corridors, the DRC could take advantage of a deeper integration in the African market, helping to stabilize its position.
### towards reinforced cooperation
One of the axes covered by Minister Samba was also the importance of cooperation with other nations, including Morocco. Its exchanges with Moroccan investors illustrate a desire to create a framework conducive to investments. This approach could have positive repercussions for the Congolese economy, provided you design balanced partnerships that respect common interests. The key sentence of Samba – “a message of hope and daring” – nevertheless raises questions about the viability of these long -term investments.
It is essential that the DRC is not only receptor of capital, but also that it takes advantage of these alliances by strengthening its local capacities and guaranteeing tangible economic benefits for its population. This raises the question of the real impact of these economic relations on local communities and on the sustainable development of the country.
#### A multidimensional challenge
The challenges that the DRC faces are not just about economic considerations. They are also environmental and social. Natural resources management must be carried out responsible for the potential harmful effects on ecosystems and local communities. How can the DRC reconcile exploitation of resources and protection of its environment? This question remains crucial.
In addition, internal instability, often exacerbated by political and social antagonisms, is a reality to take into account. The implementation of regional integration and investment attraction strategies must be accompanied by a deep reflection on governance and national cohesion.
#### Conclusion
The economic sovereignty of the DRC, as mentioned by Daniel Mukoko Samba to the Global Growth Conference, represents an ambitious but necessary objective. The revitalization of the national economy, through the strengthening of international infrastructure and partnerships, can bear fruit if it is carried out as part of a long -term vision, taking into account the real societal and environmental issues.
The path to this sovereignty is strewn with pitfalls. It is therefore fundamental to consider lasting solutions, focused on balanced and inclusive exchanges. This complex debate deserves to be fed by the challenges of cooperation, respect for resources and commitment to the well-being of all Congolese communities. In this context, the Minister’s initiative to register in a geopolitical perspective opens essential avenues to envisage the economic future of the DRC.