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The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC): is promising market

  • Population: Over 105 million (2024), making DRC the fourth most populous country in Africa.

  • GDP per capita: Approximately USD 610 (2024), among the lowest globally, though urban centers present significant growth potential.

  • Economy: DRC is rich in natural resources, including cobalt, copper, diamonds, and gold. Agriculture employs a large portion of the population, while services and trade are expanding rapidly in major cities.

  • Main imports: Foodstuffs, machinery, vehicles, fuels, chemicals, and manufactured goods.

  • Key cities:

    • Kinshasa: Capital and largest city, home to over 16 million people, and the hub of modern retail.

    • Lubumbashi: Second-largest city, a major mining and trade center in the south.

    • Goma: Eastern commercial hub with significant cross-border trade into Rwanda and Uganda.

    • Beni & Butembo: Eastern commercial hub with significant cross-border trade into Rwanda and Uganda.