Focus
The Democratic Republic of Congo aims to attract new investors
In partnership with RDC - Ministère des Finances
Kinshasa hosted the DRC's Country Risk Conference for the second year in a row to guide investors in examining the country's strengths and weaknesses. The goal is to diversify the economy with a focus on reforms and greater transparency so that it becomes more attractive internationally
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Focus
Maximising the Democratic Republic of Congo's economic potential
In partnership with Ministry of Finances of DRC
The DRC has one of the strongest growth rates in the sub-Saharan region. To attract investors, Kinshasa hosted an unprecedented conference designed to explore the country's economic potential.
Focus
"A land of opportunity": The DRC promotes its potential in Dubai
In partnership with Ministère de la Communication et Médias de la RDC
The Democratic Republic of the Congo is known for its mining and agriculture industries but it’s also steeped in rich culture and heritage. Focus visits the DRC's pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai.
Spotlight
Rainforests in the DRC: "a solution" for climate change
In partnership with The European Union Delegation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
The Congo Basin is home to the second-largest tropical forest on the planet. We take a look at how the Democratic Republic of the Congo with the help of the EU is helping to fight climate change and restore biodiversity there.
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Opposition demonstration banned by authorities in Kinshasa suppressed by police
An opposition demonstration, banned by the authorities, is quickly supressed by the police in Kinshasa who proceed to arrest people. Local leader of the opposition party Martin Fayulu also becomes embroiled with the police during the demonstration.
Business
DRC: a new narrative emerges
In partnership with Primature DRC
There is a breath of fresh air in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. After not receiving any significant foreign economic support for over nine years, the country has just finalised a new economic programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).