In spite of political tensions, DRC-Rwanda trade goes on
In South Kivu Province, which shares borders with Rwanda and Burundi, Congolese authorities have stepped up key initiatives to facilitate trade, particularly with Rwanda. PHOTO | FILE | NMG
Cross-border trade between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda appears to defy their open conflict, which has lately shown signs of escalating.
Residents on both sides of the border have refused to be tied down by the political tensions, trading freely despite some border restrictions.
