DRC showcases tourism potential at “Africa’s Travel Indaba” forum in Durban

Kinshasa, May 13^th, 2026 (CPA).– The tourism potential of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) was showcased at the **Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026** forum in Durban, South Africa, through the participation of a delegation led by the Minister in charge of Tourism, according to a statement consulted Wednesday by CPA. “Our presence at this international forum reflects the DRC’s determination to strengthen its visibility on the global tourism market and attract more investors and visitors to its natural and cultural sites,” the statement from the Ministry of Tourism read. According to the source, Tourism Minister Didier Mazenga also held discussions with several tourism industry stakeholders on partnership opportunities in hospitality infrastructure, the promotion of national parks, and the development of tourism circuits. “At the DRC pavilion, the country’s wildlife, flora and cultural wealth were highlighted in order to promote the Congo destination to international buyers and sector partners,” the statement said. The same source added that the DRC’s participation in this international forum is part of the government’s strategy to make tourism a driver of economic diversification and the promotion of the country’s natural heritage. “During the official opening ceremony, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa stressed the importance of tourism as a driver of economic growth and regional cooperation in Africa,” the statement noted. Organized from May 11^th to 14^th in Durban by the International Convention Centre (ICC), the continental event brings together political decision-makers, investors, travel agencies and tourism operators from several African countries and around the world.