Haut-Katanga: Strategic Cross-Border Trade Hub in the Southern SADC Corridor
Haut-Katanga, a key province in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), is emerging as a strategic hub for cross-border trade within the Southern African Development Community (SADC).
An Economy Driven by Informal TradeA significant portion of cross-border trade in Haut-Katanga is informal.
Challenges and Opportunities in Cross-Border TradeBarriers to Economic IntegrationDespite its central role in the SADC, Haut-Katanga’s cross-border trade faces several major challenges:Insufficient Infrastructure: Poor road conditions and inefficient border posts slow down trade flows.
As a key player in cross-border trade within the southern SADC corridor, Haut-Katanga holds a strategic position in regional economic development.
With the right policies and targeted investments, Haut-Katanga’s cross-border trade could experience significant expansion, further strengthening the DRC’s economic integration within the SADC.