Kinshasa, November 10th, 2026 (CPA).- Ten affordable investment opportunities requiring an initial capital of US$1,000, which could promote entrepreneurship and financial independence, have been presented to young people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) by a church pastor during a videoconference followed by the CPA on Tuesday.
“Do not despise small beginnings. Invest in opportunities that are accessible with a capital of US$1,000 and that can promote entrepreneurship and financial independence. I am presenting ten investment opportunities to you,” said Marcello Tunasi, pastor of the “La Compassion” Church. “These include small-scale poultry farming, opening a mobile phone airtime shop, producing handmade soap, setting up a neighborhood grocery store, establishing a car-washing service, selling second-hand clothing, producing and delivering fresh fruit juice, making handmade jeweler and accessories, operating a mobile hairdressing salon, as well as running a small mobile restaurant offering local specialties,” he added. Pastor Marcello also mentioned the possibility of purchasing a motorcycle with this capital and entering into a partnership with another person to operate a motorcycle taxi service, considering that this activity could provide an alternative to spending money on luxury items.
Through this presentation, the speaker urged young people and aspiring entrepreneurs to prioritize productive investments rather than spending on luxury goods, designer clothes and expensive mobile phones.
Using Social Media for Productive Purposes
Furthermore, he called on internet users to make productive use of social media and their mobile data, particularly to promote their skills, services and business activities, rather than spending their time on online entertainment and criticism.
Drawing on biblical references, particularly Philippians 2:9-11 and Genesis 3:19, the speaker delivered a message focusing on humility, detachment from outward appearances and the value of work. In his view, pride and the constant pursuit of appearances are obstacles to economic fulfilment, whereas modesty, hard work and sound resource management are important drivers of entrepreneurship. The presentation therefore aims to raise public awareness of entrepreneurial culture and encourage the wise use of financial resources, however modest, to gradually build sustainable economic activities.