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Matadi and Muanda set to house the new buildings
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Chinese company CCECC inspects sites as part of project preparations.
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Provinces across the DRC are allocating land to host fairs, exhibitions, and economic events.
As part of efforts to revive trade fairs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), new modern infrastructures are planned in Matadi and Muanda, in Kongo Central province.
On August 19, 2025, a delegation from the Chinese company Chongqing Civil Engineering Construction Cooperation (CCECC) visited the sites. The mission, led by the provincial Minister of Tourism and representatives of the Foire Internationale du Congo-Kinshasa (FICKIN), was welcomed by Vice-Governor Prospère Ntela Ntambidila.
According to the governorate's communication unit, discussions focused on project presentations, feasibility studies, and the monitoring of administrative and land procedures. The director of the provincial fair, Hypollite Mukunde, said the vice-governor had provided recommendations to accelerate the process, aiming to boost the tourist and commercial appeal of Kongo Central.
This initiative aligns with the strategy of the Ministry of Foreign Trade, which asked provinces to set aside land for fairground infrastructures. Kongo Central has allocated 50 hectares, split between Matadi and Muanda.
Other provinces are also contributing: Maniema with 100 hectares, Lualaba with 50 hectares, while Tshopo is still finalizing its allocation. These areas will host fairs, exhibitions, and other economic events to showcase local and regional potential.
Ronsard Luabeya
