Description
A large-scale affordable housing development in Kinshasa targeting the growing middle class. The project will deliver 5,000 housing units across three sites, with units priced between $15,000 and $40,000. The development includes schools, clinics, markets, and green spaces. Innovative construction methods including prefabricated modules will reduce costs and timelines.
22.9% committed
A comprehensive project to revive DRC's premium coffee industry in North and South Kivu. The project includes rehabilitation of 10,000 hectares of coffee plantations, establishment of washing stations, quality control labs, and direct trade relationships with specialty roasters in the US, Europe, and Japan. DRC coffee scored 90+ points in international cupping competitions, commanding premium prices of $8-15/kg vs $3-4/kg for commodity grade.
43.8% committed
Establishment of a new digital-first commercial bank in the DRC, focusing on housing finance, SME lending, and mobile banking. With only 6% of the population having bank accounts vs 35 million mobile money users, this bank will bridge the gap between mobile money and full banking services. The bank will offer mortgage products, business loans, savings accounts, and a state-of-the-art mobile banking app in Lingala, Swahili, French, and Tshiluba.
12.5% committed
A technology campus providing co-working spaces, incubator programs, and digital skills training. The campus aims to nurture the next generation of Congolese tech entrepreneurs and create a thriving startup ecosystem.
42.0% committed
A premium mixed-use development on the shores of Lake Kivu in Goma, featuring luxury apartments, a boutique hotel, and commercial spaces. The project capitalizes on Goma's growing tourism and business travel sectors.
32.0% committed
Construction of a cobalt hydroxide refinery in Kolwezi to process raw cobalt into battery-grade materials locally rather than exporting to China. The facility will process 20,000 tonnes annually, creating 500+ direct jobs and capturing significantly more value within the DRC. Aligned with the US-DRC critical minerals agreement and supported by DFC financing pathways.
36.7% committed
A state-of-the-art agricultural technology center combining vertical farming, drone-based crop monitoring, and AI-driven supply chain optimization. The hub aims to transform food production in Haut-Katanga province.
40.0% committed
A large-scale 50MW solar energy installation on the outskirts of Kinshasa, designed to provide clean, reliable electricity to over 200,000 households. The project leverages DRC's abundant sunshine and growing energy demand.
34.0% committed
A modern copper processing and refining facility in the heart of DRC's copper belt. The project aims to add value locally rather than exporting raw ore, creating jobs and capturing more of the value chain.
40.0% committed
Comprehensive modernization of logistics infrastructure at Matadi port, DRC's primary Atlantic gateway. The project includes warehouse automation, cold chain facilities, and digital tracking systems.
80.0% committed
