DRC not an easy environment, but opportunities abound Published by Jaco Maritz on 26 July 2011 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 Published by Claude Harding on 20 June 2011 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 Published by Claude Harding on 10 March 2011 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 Published by Claude Harding on 15 January 2011 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 Published by Claude Harding on 2 January 2011 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 Published by Staff Writer on 17 December 2010 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 Published by Staff Writer on 12 September 2010 The Democratic Republic of Congo has suspended all mining operations in three of the country’s eastern provinces.
Nestlé to boost operations in Africa Published by Jaco Maritz on 5 July 2010 Nestlé last week announced it will invest CHF 150 million (US$141 million) in the Equatorial African Region (EAR) over the next three years.
Vodacom’s DRC investment turns sour Published by Jaco Maritz on 3 May 2010 South Africa-based Vodacom’s experience in the Democratic Republic of Congo recently took a turn for the worse due to a fall-out between the company and its local partner.
Kenyan company buys DRC power cable firm Published by Staff Writer on 16 April 2010 Kenyan investment company, TransCentury, has bought a power cable firm in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
