Haut-Katanga: MMG Kinsevere, ENABEL and FEC explore solutions for youth employment and local SME development

MMG Kinsevere, ENABEL and the Federation of Congolese Enterprises (FEC) examined ways to promote youth employment and strengthen small businesses in communities near the mine, as preparations continue for the company’s second community investment plan. A two-day workshop proposed a paid vocational training pilot for 60 young people over five years, with possible job opportunities at MMG Kinsevere or its contractors. Participants also discussed support for local firms GROMAK, ECK and Twikatane, including production, management and access to markets. ENABEL delegation head Abdou Sarr identified product quality, financial and commercial management, and access to new markets as priorities.