The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) marked a proud moment at the 2025 Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) in Abu Dhabi, securing two prestigious awards that underscore its growing reputation as a hub for innovation and digital progress. The National Agency for Investment Promotion (ANAPI) was named Best Investment Promotion Agency in Central and West Africa for the third consecutive year. Her Excellency, Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka, was also honoured with the AIM award, recognising her leadership and the DRC’s unwavering commitment to driving investment, innovation and digital transformation.
ANAPI’s winning submission focused on the groundbreaking OADC Texaf – Kinshasa project – the DRC’s first live Tier-III carrier-neutral data centre. Developed by Open Access Data Centres (OADC) in partnership with Texaf Digital, and approved under the country’s Investment Code, the facility represents a significant step forward in the DRC’s digital journey.
As a cornerstone of the country’s emerging digital economy, the Kinshasa data centre is enabling connectivity, powering hyperscale cloud adoption, and accelerating technological innovation across multiple sectors. The recognition at AIM – announced during a gala at the iconic Emirates Palace in April – reinforces the DRC government’s ambition to create a digitally inclusive future and position the region as a leading regional digital hub.
Several days later, Mrs. Rachel Pungu Luamba, Director General of ANAPI, accompanied by her team and the Secretary General of the Ministry of Planning, visited the OADC Texaf – Kinshasa Data Dentre to officially present the AIM award. During the visit, she emphasised the strategic importance of this infrastructure in attracting international investment and positioning Kinshasa as a regional digital hub.
Speaking on the achievement, Mohammed Bouhelal, Managing Director of OADC Texaf – Kinshasa, stated that the award affirms the DRC’s strategic alignment with global digital trends and highlights its growing potential to attract sustainable, high-impact investment.
