Kinshasa, July 28th, 2025 (CPA). Cassava leaves, commonly known as ‘pondu,’ are the leading vegetable in local consumption in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the results of a study by Target Sarl consulted on Monday by the CPA. « Pondu, at 55%, is the leading vegetable in local consumption, revealing a strong cultural anchoring in eating habits. It is followed by beans (18%) and spinach (13%), which remains significant but much less widespread, » the study found. According to the same study, fufu is by far the most frequently cited accompaniment, confirming its centrality in Congolese cuisine.
It is followed by rice, which accounts for 25% of preferences. Chikwang and makemba come in at 8% and 7% respectively, and remain significantly behind. ‘Fish dominates with 56% of preferences. Meat (23%) and chicken (19%) follow, indicating a moderate diversification of protein sources,’ the source revealed. This preference, the study noted, varies by region. Target Sarl is a company specializing in market research and opinion polls.