Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo written by International Monetary Fund. African Dept. and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2015-10-13 with total page 55 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Selected Issues paper takes stock of poverty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Poverty has receded in the DRC over the last decade on the back of gradual stabilization in the security and political situation, strong economic growth, and sharp decline in inflationary pressures. Most social indicators also improved during the period. However, poverty remains pervasive with a level still among the highest in sub-Saharan Africa, and DRC will likely not achieve any of the Millennium Developments Goals by 2015. Policy actions should focus on fostering the development of labor-intensive sector, increasing social spending, and redirecting public resources to the poorest regions of the country.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo the Congo s Economy written by World Bank and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Democratic Republic of Congo written by Michael Wallace Nest and published by Lynne Rienner Publishers. This book was released on 2006 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the operational challenges that the war economy posed, and continues to pose, for peace operations and reconstruction efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo the Congo s Economy written by World Bank and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 35 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Basic Data on the Economy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo written by Marcia Sprinkle and published by . This book was released on 1965 with total page 16 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Resilience of an African Giant written by Johannes Herderschee and published by World Bank Publications. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development of an effective state, a reliable infrastructure, and a dynamic private sector has long been hampered by political economy obstacles in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Resilience of an African Giant identifies these obstacles, which prevent the country from realizing its economic potential as the second-largest country in Sub-Saharan Africa, and outlines how they can be—and in some cases have been—overcome. Four instruments that have been used to boost economic development in the past and that can contribute to more development in the future are explored in the book: coordination among those who control or influence policy, application of new technologies, leveraging of external anchors, and development of social accountability networks. This book pulls together an impressive body of research on the exemplary transition of a country from a state of conflict to a post-conflict situation, and from there toward becoming a country with legitimate institutions created by free, democratic, and transparent elections.… I therefore wholeheartedly recommend it to all who are interested in development, particularly to policy makers in my country, as well as its partners.
Download or read book Conflict business Dynamics in the Democratic Republic of Congo written by Raymond Gilpin and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has enormous economic potential thanks to its rich mineral deposits and vast tracts of arable land. Historically, these resources have been exploited by predatory leaders and a host of subregional actors. The time is now ripe for DRC to put years of war and economic underdevelopment behind it. The business community has an important part to play in promoting sustainable peace in the DRC. Business communities in Bukavu and Lubumbashi have managed to remain profitable in very trying years following the signing of the 1999 Lusaka peace accord by showing great resilience and versatility, primarily outside formal channels. Congolese businesses face serious obstacles, including poor infrastructure, high taxes, extortion, and market distortions. However, respondents expressed relatively little concern about insecurity and violence, suggesting that these costs have been internalized or that other obstacles impose much greater costs. DRC businesses neither want nor expect handouts. Respondents would prefer assistance in removing barriers to trade, improving infrastructure, and reducing corruption. Respondents are broadly optimistic about the future and their economic prospects, and have a strong sense of being stakeholders in shaping society. This bodes well for the future of the DRC, provided public policy can harness this energy and not impede it.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo the Congo s Economy written by World Bank and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Basic Data on the Economy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Kinshasa written by Douglas F. Carroll and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo written by International Monetary Fund. African Dept. and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper on the Democratic Republic of Congo discusses economic policies and development. The macroeconomic and budget framework has been developed to take into account the effects of sectoral policies to maintain macroeconomic stability, a necessary condition for laying the foundation of economic growth and poverty reduction. It is based on the profile of public spending, the assessment of costs for achieving the Millennium Development Goals by 2020, and the sector-based economic growth theories taking into account the uncertainties of the international environment and the real potential of the Congolese economy. It is found that it allows for a realistic programming of public spending while highlighting the main budgetary choices proposed by the government.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of the Congo written by International Monetary Fund and published by International Monetary Fund. This book was released on 2010-10-26 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congo’s economic program aims to enhance macroeconomic stability and advance reforms to bolster economic management and improve the supply response of the economy. Progress in implementing the program has been affected negatively by the continuation of conflict. Fiscal policy aims at reducing government recourse to central bank financing. Structural reforms in revenue mobilization and public financial management (PFM) are critical for achieving the fiscal policy objectives. Pressing ahead with structural reforms is required for higher economic growth. Executive Directors suggest adoption of the Lending into Arrears Policy.
Download or read book Congo Democratic Republic Country Study Guide Volume 1 Strategic and Practical Information written by IBP USA and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2009-03-20 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Congo Democratic Republic Country Study Guide - Strategic Information and Developments
Download or read book The Democratic Republic of Congo s political economic and security quagmire written by Joseph Kariuki and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2024-01-24 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2023 in the subject Politics - General and Theories of International Politics, University of Pretoria, course: master of arts in political science, language: English, abstract: The following paper deals with the political and economical situation of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) stands as a beacon of potential on the African continent due to its vast natural resources. Yet, beneath this wealth lies a tumultuous history marked by political upheavals, economic mismanagement, and persistent conflict. From the post-independence era, characterized by power struggles and Mobutu Sese Seko's autocratic rule, to the recent controversial elections of 2018 and 2023, political stability remains elusive. Economic potential, particularly in cobalt and copper mining, is hampered by corruption, mismanagement, and conflict-driven violence, particularly in the eastern provinces. Concurrently, historical factors, including the colonial legacy and the aftermath of regional wars, intertwine with contemporary challenges, such as neo-patrimonialism and social identity politics. International actors, including the United States, United Nations, and European Union, have intervened with diplomatic efforts and economic aid, but the DRC's complexity necessitates nuanced, long-term strategies. This discussion delves deep into the multifaceted issues plaguing the DRC, emphasizing the urgent need for collaborative solutions that recognize both its potential and intricate challenges.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of Congo Political History and Governance written by Martins Odinga and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-01-10 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Democratic Republic of Congo Political History. and Governance. Also Crime committed during War and other Crises, including Rape and Routing this Book has the entire details on DRC. The macroeconomic environment in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has improved markedly in recent years, yet the lives of most Congolese have not. According to the International Monetary Fund, from 2010-2015 real GDP growth averaged 7.3 percent, well above the Sub-Saharan African average of 4.6 percent. However, the difficult external environment and increased political uncertainty have depressed the near-term economic outlook. Economic growth is expected to fall from almost seven percent in 2015 to less than four percent in 2016-17. According to the 2015 Human Development Index, the DRC continues ranks among the poorest countries in the world (176 out of 187 countries ranked), with one of the highest rates of extreme poverty in the world. Child malnutrition is widespread, and most of the population lives in conditions of moderate to serious food insecurity
Download or read book The African Stakes of the Congo War written by J. Clark and published by Springer. This book was released on 2002-09-13 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The African Stakes in the Congo War analyzes the Congo conflict by looking at the roles played by various states and factors in the conflict. Part I introduces the conflict by showing the historical and regional context of the war. Part II examines those states and groups that worked to support the Kaliba regime; Part III examines the rebel groups working to overthrow Kabila and those intervening on their behalf. Part IV looks at the role of supposedly neutral states such as South Africa and looks at the social and economic effects of the war by examining trans-state factors such as rebel groups, arms trading, and economic consequences. The collection includes both African and US/UK scholars, and covers the recent transfer of power from Laurent to Joseph Kabila.
Download or read book Democratic Republic of Congo written by Rita Milios and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2014-09-02 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The name Democratic Republic of the Congo is a misnomer: the country has never been truly democratic or a republic. For decades this country in central Africa, which was once known as Zaire, was ruled by a brutal and corrupt dictator, Mobutu Sese Seko. Since the mid-1990s, when Mobutu's government was overthrown, various groups within Congo have been fighting for power. Although a peace agreement was signed in 2003 and a new constitution adopted in 2006, fighting has continued in the eastern part of the country. Overall, the Second Congo War involved nine African nations and caused more than 5.4 million deaths, making it the deadliest conflict since World War II. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the second-largest country in Africa and possesses a wealth of natural resources. However, the government still has no control over large areas of the country, and the years of fighting have devastated the economy. Although the prospects for peace have improved, it will take years for Congo to fully recover from its devastating civil war.
Download or read book The Congo s Economy written by World Bank. Eastern Africa Regional Office and published by . This book was released on 1970 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
