DRC Investment Forum Tackles Agricultural Potential with New Initiatives
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is focusing on transforming its vast agricultural potential into a functional breadbasket. With 80 million hectares of arable land, less than ten percent is currently cultivated. The DRC Investment Forum is dedicating a half-day to address logistical, financial, and structural challenges that hinder agricultural development. The forum aims to bridge the gap between large-scale commercial farming and smallholder inclusion, exploring models like aggregation, contract farming, and digital platforms. The discussions will also focus on financing solutions, such as blended finance and de-risking, to encourage investment in agro-industrial parks and processing facilities.