Mining and Refinery
The DRC is a global mineral powerhouse, holding up to 70% of cobalt reserves & producing nearly 70% of the world's cobalt. It is the 4th largest copper producer with ore grades far above global averages, contributes to Africa's lithium supply, & holds an estimated $24 trillion in untapped resources including cobalt, gold, diamonds, & rare earth elements.
Agriculture and Food Processing
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is one of the last great untapped agricultural frontiers. With 80 million hectares of fertile land and less than 10% cultivated, abundant water, and year-round growing conditions, the upside is enormous. Agriculture already employs over 60% of the population, yet the $200M+ seed market and food processing sector remain largely underdeveloped. Investors have a rare opportunity to build scalable production and value-added supply chains in a high-growth market—capturing strong returns while powering food security and economic stability across Central Africa.
Energy or Power
Investors should back DRC power because a vast access gap (~22% electrified; ~1% rural) meets world‑class resources (Inga ~42–44 GW hydro plus strong solar), ensuring long‑run demand and clean supply. Bankability is rising via World Bank/MIGA metro‑grids, AfDB’s $340 m Moyi project, 2025 electricity‑law updates, and regional interconnect plans toward South Africa.
Infrastructure
Investors should invest in DRC infrastructure because the country has a major need for new and rehabilitated assets with clear economic and social benefits—about 50% of roads and rail require rehabilitation, 57% of people lack access to improved water, 10,000 MW of additional power is estimated to be needed, and only 27% of the population were internet users in 2024, creating a large, diversified pipeline where capital, technology, and project expertise can deliver outsized impact and returns.