Business in the Republic of the Congo

The Republic of the Congo (ROC) is a challenging business environment.  Weak infrastructure and public institutions, corruption, and rule of law concerns continue to dominate the business climate in the ROC.  However, the ROC also offers tremendous opportunities to those companies and investors capable of taking advantage of them.  The economic landscape is still dominated by the petroleum industry, but other energy sector, timber, mining, agriculture, ICT, and tourism opportunities exist.  The ROC is eager for foreign investment.  Below you will find resources to assist you in evaluating whether the ROC is the right choice for you.

• 2016 Investment Climate Statement
•  2016 Country Commercial Guide
• The World Bank in Congo
  •  The 2016 Ease of Doing Business Index
  • The 2016 Ease of Doing Business Index – Congo
• The International Monetary Fund in Congo
• Government of the Republic of the Congo websites (English)
• The Ministry Delegate for Large Public Works
• Chamber of Commerce
  • Brazzaville
  • Pointe-Noire
• UNICONGO (Independent Business Advocacy Organization)