The trusted gateway for U.S.–DRC trade
AMCHAM DRC is the primary private-sector implementing arm for the Strategic Partnership Agreement signed on December 4, 2025.
Our mandate is implementation
We coordinate, implement, report, advocate, and deliver measurable outcomes for both nations.
To serve as the trusted coordination hub and implementing arm for U.S.–DRC commercial relations by providing verification services, stakeholder coordination, business facilitation, capacity building, and advocacy for a transparent and enabling investment environment.
To establish AMCHAM DRC as the indispensable gateway for U.S.–DRC economic partnership that transforms agreements into commercial reality and lasting prosperity.
We accept the responsibility to deliver results
“We are honored by the mandate entrusted to AMCHAM DRC. Expectations are high — jobs, verified partners, and measurable outcomes. We will be the coordination hub, verification authority, deal facilitator, and capacity builder that makes this partnership real.”
Headquarters
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo
Focus sectors
Mining · Energy · Agriculture · Infrastructure · Digital
How we operate
Our principles shape every program, service, and partnership.
We verify, authenticate, and build confidence across markets.
We deliver measurable results and report transparently.
World-class member services for U.S.–DRC trade.
We champion diversity, women in trade, and broad-based benefits.
We promote responsible and ethical business practices.
We bridge governments, connect businesses, and facilitate success.
Guiding the chamber
Representative leadership across public and private sector stakeholders.
Chair, AMCHAM DRC Transition Committee
"General Manager of Raxio Data Center DRC. Strategic lead for the DRC's largest Tier III data center and cornerstone of the country's digital transformation."
Transition Committee Member
"CEO of Key-Tech (Xerox DRC). Leading provider of document solutions and American technology distribution in the Congolese market."
Transition Committee Member
"General Manager of MIDEMA (Seaboard Overseas). Leading the DRC's premier wheat flour and agro-processing operations."
Transition Committee Member
"CEO of Africell DRC. Driving digital inclusion and telecommunications infrastructure growth within the U.S.-backed Lobito Corridor."
Strategic Performance Indicators (2026–2028)
Measured goals for the U.S.–DRC Strategic Partnership implementation.
| KPI Metric | 2026 Target | 2028 Projection |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Jobs Created | 5,000+ | 25,000+ |
| U.S. Investment Mobilized | $500M | $2.5B |
| Verified DRC Suppliers | 250+ | 1,000+ |
| SME Trade Certification | 50+ | 200+ |
| Critical Mineral Volume (MT) | 10k | 50k |
Key teams and contacts
Reach the right team for membership, verification, and programs.
A bridge between governments and business
We coordinate across U.S. agencies, DRC ministries, and private sector partners.
U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa, State Department, Commerce, DFC, USAID, USTR.
ANAPI, Ministry of Mines, Ministry of Trade, Ministry of Finance, Presidency.
U.S. investors, DRC businesses, sector associations, and financial institutions.
Institutions we coordinate with
Government, development, and private-sector partners advancing U.S.–DRC trade.
Beyond Business: A Shared Soul
The U.S.–DRC partnership is built on decades of cultural exchange. From the global resonance of the Congolese Rumba (UNESCO Heritage) to the historic Rumble in the Jungle, our nations are connected by more than just trade.
UNESCO Heritage
Congolese Rumba is recognized globally as an intangible heritage of humanity.
La Sape Legacy
The art of elegance and style as a symbol of Congolese resilience and creativity.
Iconic Connection
Kinshasa 1974 - Zaire 74
Key milestones in U.S.–DRC relations
From cultural connection to strategic partnership.
The United States was among the first to recognize DRC's independence, forging a 65-year bond.
The historic Ali-Foreman fight and Zaire 74 music festival solidify cultural ties.
DRC–Rwanda peace accords open a new era of stability.
U.S.–DRC partnership signed in Washington, D.C.
AMCHAM DRC serves as primary private-sector implementing arm.
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