Swiss Economic Mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Strategic Access. High-Level Engagement. Real Business Opportunities.
Kinshasa · Lubumbashi · Kolwezi
3–8 October 2026
Business · Investment · Commodity Trading
A select international delegation focused on business development, investment, mining, commodity trading and strategic partnerships in one of the world’s most important mineral jurisdictions.
Designed for senior representatives of commodity trading houses, mining and metals companies, investors, banks, financiers, industrial groups, infrastructure companies, technology providers and strategic partners, the mission provides direct access to institutions, industry leaders, projects and commercial opportunities across the DRC value chain.
Mission Objectives
The mission is structured around four priorities:
Develop Business
Identify clients, suppliers, counterparties, local partners and strategic relationships.
Access Investment Opportunities
Explore projects across mining, processing, infrastructure, logistics, energy and industrial development.
Expand Commodity Trading
Assess supply, export, offtake, structured trading and market-access opportunities.
Build Strategic Partnerships
Engage directly with public institutions, mining companies, producers, financiers and business leaders.
Programme
3–4 October | Kinshasa
Arrival & Executive Opening
Arrival of participants · Executive country and market briefing · Official welcome · Diplomatic and business reception.
Focus:
Economic outlook · Mining and commodities · Investment environment · Institutional landscape · Strategic introductions
5 October | Kinshasa
Institutional, Investment & Commodity Day
High-level meetings with key stakeholders, including engagements expected with:
Ministry of Mines · CAMI · EGC · FIS RDC
Focus:
Mining policy · Strategic minerals · Investment opportunities · Commodity supply · Trade and offtake · Financing · Market access
6 October | Lubumbashi
Copperbelt Business & Mining Ecosystem
Transfer to Lubumbashi · Regional mining and commodity briefing · Meetings with industry participants and sector stakeholders.
Focus:
Production · Trading flows · Procurement · Logistics · Services · Infrastructure · Local partnerships
7 October | Lubumbashi → Kolwezi
Projects, Trading & Industrial Partnerships
Meeting with Gécamines management and selected sector stakeholders.
Focus:
Mining projects · Commodity trading · Offtake · Processing · Infrastructure · Energy · Logistics · Technology · Equipment · Financing
Transfer to Kolwezi.
8 October | Kolwezi
Mining Value Chain & B2B Forum
Meetings with the Government of Lualaba, the Chamber of Commerce and regional business stakeholders.
Programme:
Mining Value Chain & B2B Forum · Investment and project presentations · Business matchmaking · Trading and offtake discussions · Strategic partnerships · Closing cocktail
Why Participate
◆ Direct Institutional Access
Engage with key public institutions and industry decision-makers.
◆ Business Development
Meet potential clients, suppliers, partners and counterparties.
◆ Investment Opportunities
Access projects requiring capital, expertise, technology and strategic investors.
◆ Commodity Trading & Offtake
Explore supply, trading, export and long-term offtake opportunities.
◆ Finance
Assess trade finance, project finance, guarantees and investment structures.
◆ First-Hand Market Intelligence
Understand the regulatory, commercial and operational environment directly from market participants.
From Resources to Global Markets
The DRC occupies a strategic position in global mineral supply chains, particularly across copper, cobalt and other critical minerals.
For international participants, the mission provides exposure not only to mining projects, but also to opportunities in trading, financing, processing, infrastructure, energy, logistics, equipment, technology and services.
Selected International Delegation
Participation is particularly relevant for:
· Commodity Traders
· Mining & Metals Companies
· Investors
· Banks
· Trade Finance Institutions
· Industrial Groups
· Infrastructure & Logistics Companies
· Technology Providers
· Strategic Partners
The delegation is intentionally selective to maximise the quality of meetings, business discussions and strategic engagement.
Ethics & Compliance
The mission will be conducted under the highest standards of ethics, integrity, transparency, anti-bribery and corruption compliance, due diligence and responsible business conduct.
Special Invitation
Request your participation in the Swiss Economic Mission to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Disclaimer: This is a partner event organised by a third party. Commodity Trading Club promotes it only and bears no liability for the event, travel, or participation, which is at attendees' own risk and governed by the organiser's terms.
