The construction of the provincial agricultural inspection building has officially begun in Kikwit, Kwilu province, in the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The project was launched by the National Agricultural Development Program (PNDA) on September 27, 2026. The new building will provide a modern workspace for the provincial administration of agriculture, fisheries, livestock, and rural development.
The construction work will be carried out by the GCK ccma consortium for a period of 9 months, starting from September 20, 2026. The project will be monitored and controlled by the Provincial Project Implementation Unit (UPEP) of PNDA Kwilu, in collaboration with technical services. The coordinator of PNDA, Carnel Mesa, has urged the contractors to respect the deadline and construction norms.
The provincial Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Livestock, Clémentine Mindanda, has emphasized that the construction of this infrastructure is a significant step towards improving working conditions and agricultural production in the province. She also encouraged the contractors to adhere to construction standards.
According to Célestin Ntumba, director of the construction company GCK ccma, the new building will not only be a modern infrastructure but also a center for coordinating essential public policies to boost agricultural production and support rural communities. He has pledged that his team will deliver a high-quality building within the agreed-upon deadline.
The construction of the agricultural inspection building is part of the efforts to improve the agricultural sector in Kwilu province. The project aims to enhance the working conditions of agricultural inspectors and promote sustainable agricultural practices. The building will also serve as a hub for coordinating agricultural activities and providing support to local farmers.
The launch of the construction project has been welcomed by local stakeholders, who see it as a positive step towards improving the agricultural sector in the province. The project is expected to have a positive impact on the local economy and contribute to the overall development of the region.
The National Agricultural Development Program (PNDA) has been working to improve agricultural productivity and rural development in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The construction of the agricultural inspection building in Kwilu province is part of the program's efforts to strengthen the agricultural sector and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
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- The construction of the agricultural inspection building in Kwilu province is a significant step towards improving working conditions and agricultural production in the region.
