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Why DR Congo is Worth Investing in?

Why DR Congo is Worth Investing in?

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The willingness of the Government of Uganda and President Museveni in particular to construct roads and other infrastructures to DR Congo shows the zeal by Government to transform these political relations into economic gains. Uganda can enjoy a trade surplus even without digging deep into its vast natural resources. Uganda has limitless potential for exporting an array of locally produced products and services — from horticulture to construction and engineering. Uganda is home to some top-quality products that can compete in any market around the world. This is fact! The major drawback affecting exports has been the failure by local companies to aggressively capture regional markets and leveraging on the country’s geographical location, which comes with few logistical hea...
DRC: Is Joseph Kabila Already Preparing for his Return to Power?

DRC: Is Joseph Kabila Already Preparing for his Return to Power?

FEATURED, NEWS, Politics
Bestowed with the title “Senator for Life”, former president Joseph Kabila made a big comeback on the Congolese political stage during the new parliamentary session. His resurfacing came as a surprise, though the 2023 presidential election is already on everyone’s minds. “Joseph Kabila’s return is not a slogan – it’s a reality. He’s going to return to power and we are working towards that goal,” said Claude Nyamugabo, minister of environment and sustainable development. He has been making the rounds of the Haut-Katanga and Lualaba provinces since early last week and was in Kolwezi on official business to evaluate the environmental impact of mining operations when he made this remark, which has reverberated like an echo back to top party officials in Kinshasa. What’s more, his words ...