Purchasing power in the DRC: beyond salary, what other levers?

Author: radiookapi.netPublished on: May 15, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Business & Economy
Purchasing power in the DRC: beyond salary, what other levers?

Many workers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo feel that their salaries are no longer sufficient due to the rising cost of living. Purchasing power is influenced by several factors including housing, transportation, taxation, access to electricity, and price stability. John Mwenda, General Director of Premium Food, discusses ways to improve workers' lives in the DRC without immediate salary increases.

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