07/03/2026
The AWCY-DRC organized, on March 6, 2026 in Uvira, an advocacy workshop bringing together Economic Interest Groups (EIGs) and local state services, as part of the QUALIPRO project financed by GIZ. This activity is part of efforts to strengthen the economic empowerment of women and youth through sustainable entrepreneurial initiatives.
The workshop brought together representatives of the GIEs supported by the project, local administrative authorities as well as the technical services of the State, in particular those responsible (DGI); in charge of SMEs, DPMER; PMEA; the INPP; Department of Culture and Arts.
The main objective of this meeting was to create a space for exchange and dialogue between economic groups and public institutions in order to strengthen collaboration for the development of income-generating activities.
During the discussions, the members of the GIE presented their activities, the progress made as well as the challenges they face, in particular access to markets, technical supervision and the availability of agricultural inputs. The state services present, for their part, reaffirmed their commitment to supporting these community initiatives by providing technical and institutional support.
Through this advocacy workshop, the AWCY-DRC and its partner GIZ/QUALIPRO contribute to strengthening links between community stakeholders and public institutions, thus promoting an environment more favorable to local economic development and community resilience. of Uvira. 🌱🤝 OCHA DR Congo