Archive for the ‘DRC’ category
Erupting volcano helps double tourism in eastern DRC
With the Democratic Republic of Congo’s elections scheduled for today, a massive volcanic eruption in the eastern part of the country continues to attract foreign tourists.
Fresh interest in DRC’s mobile phone industry
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s mobile telecommunications industry has received a lot of attention over the past week.
Important to do your homework before investing in DRC
“It is not an easy environment . . . but if you do your homework systematically, then I believe you can identify very good opportunities.”
DRC not an easy environment, but opportunities abound
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is not a market for small businesses without the capital to do adequate research and afford the country’s high operating costs.
How the DRC’s Inga project could solve much of Africa’s power problems
The Inga dam hydropower scheme in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has the potential to dramatically change Central Africa’s energy supply situation.
DRC sees 417% increase in Facebook users
The Democratic Republic of Congo is the African country that has shown the greatest growth in Facebook users over the past three months.
Vodacom says it may sell DRC unit
South African mobile operator Vodacom Group may consider selling its Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) business, Bloomberg reported today.
DRC exports could suffer because of AGOA decision
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has lost its status as a beneficiary country under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), effective 1 January 2011.
Interview: Doing business in the DRC
How we made it in Africa interviews Leny Ilondo about the Democratic Republic of Congo’s business and investment environment
DRC suspends mining activities in three provinces
The Democratic Republic of Congo has suspended all mining operations in three of the country’s eastern provinces.
