Democratic Republic of the Congo's national deputy, Venance Eyanga Mboyo, has called for the inclusion of the Renaissance road project in the 2027 budget. The project connects the communes of Kisenso, Matete, and Lemba in Kinshasa. Eyanga Mboyo made the plea during a debate on the 2027 finance bill at the National Assembly. He expressed concerns that the project may stall again if funding is not secured.
The Renaissance road project has been stalled since 2019. In August 2025, the government released 40% of the funds needed to restart the project. However, no work has been done since then. Eyanga Mboyo fears that if the project is not included in the 2027 budget, it may suffer another interruption. The project's completion is crucial for the three communes it connects.
The 2027 finance bill, worth 56.930 billion Congolese francs (approximately $24.8 billion USD), was declared receivable on October 30, 2026. The bill was debated for two days between the government and national deputies. Discussions focused on the credibility of budget forecasts, revenue collection mechanisms, and the quality of state spending.
Deputy Eyanga Mboyo's plea is part of a larger effort to ensure that development projects are completed. The Renaissance road project is a vital infrastructure development for Kinshasa. Its completion will improve transportation and connectivity in the capital city. The project's stalling has caused inconvenience to residents of the affected communes.
The National Assembly has given the Economic and Financial Commission 20 days to make amendments to the 2027 finance bill. The commission will review the bill and make recommendations. The government's commitment to funding the Renaissance road project will be crucial in ensuring its completion.
The debate on the 2027 finance bill highlights the importance of prioritizing development projects. The government's allocation of funds will determine which projects are completed. Deputy Eyanga Mboyo's advocacy for the Renaissance road project demonstrates the role of parliamentarians in ensuring that vital infrastructure projects are completed.
The fate of the Renaissance road project will be determined in the coming weeks. If included in the 2027 budget, the project may finally be completed. The project's completion will be a significant achievement for the government and a relief to residents of Kisenso, Matete, and Lemba.
Key points
- DR Congo's 2027 budget is worth 56.930 billion Congolese francs (approximately $24.8 billion USD).
- The Renaissance road project connects the communes of Kisenso, Matete, and Lemba in Kinshasa.
- The project has been stalled since 2019, despite the release of 40% of the funds needed to restart it in August 2025.
