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Monique Gieskes, CEO of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), has been recognized with a prestigious distinction: the “Special African Business Leadership Commendation Award”, presented by African Leadership Magazine during the 14th edition of the Personality of the Year Awards. This well-deserved recognition celebrates a visionary leader whose insight and leadership are shaping a new […]

A fresh breeze is sweeping through Angolan finance. The Board of Directors of the Angolan Debt and Securities Exchange (BODIVA) is undergoing a transformation, and at its helm stands an emerging figure: Cristina Dias Lourenço. The official announcement, dated February 6, confirms that she has been appointed interim President of the Executive Commission (PCE), succeeding […]

Originally from Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), he joins the prestigious teams of Qatar Aircraft Catering Company (QACC) and Qatar Duty Free (QDF) in Doha, Qatar, with the mission of introducing Congolese cuisine to the world, according to a press release from the airline. Michée, aged 27, is among nearly 50 newly […]

Her appointment, announced on January 15th, marks a new milestone in Sandra Kassab’s brilliant career and her established leadership. This professional, who combines strategic thinking with operational pragmatism, will now lead AFD’s ambitious strategy in the heart of the African continent. Sandra Kassab replaces the Congolese Christian Yoka, who has been appointed Minister of Finance, […]

Inaugurated on December 30 and 31, 2024, by the company Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), these two brand-new schools, located in the Tshopo province of the Democratic Republic of Congo, pave the way for optimal learning conditions for 480 students. In a festive and grateful atmosphere, the communities of Lokutu attended the official opening […]

In 2024, several luminaries from the Democratic Republic of Congo illuminated the global stage with their remarkable accomplishments and prestigious appointments, while others were adorned with honors that reflected their excellence. These accolades not only celebrate the brilliance of Congolese talent but also herald a generation poised to conquer the challenges of economic growth, governance, […]

Published on 21 November 2024, the ninth edition of the Africa Visa Open Index (AVOI) report reveals that the year 2024 blew mixed winds across the African mobility landscape. While 17 countries have raised their scores, suggesting a more accessible continent, eight have tightened their borders, adding layers of bureaucracy or restrictions. Data for this […]

The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, has appointed Hélène N’Garnim-Ganga of Chad to the prestigious post of United Nations Resident Coordinator in Côte d’Ivoire, effective 24 November 2024, with the endorsement of the Ivorian government. With more than 30 years’ experience, Hélène N’Garnim-Ganga has acquired expertise over the years in legal management, corporate […]

Adewale Adeosun, Chairman and CEO of Kuramo Capital Management, the majority shareholder of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), has been named as « Limited Partner Person of the Year, Africa », at the 2024 Private Equity Africa Awards in London, United Kingdom. Mr. Adeosun has been instrumental in the growth of Kuramo’s investment portfolio since inception. […]

At the 20th Indonesian Palm Oil Conference (IPOC 2024), Monique Gieskes, Managing Director of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC), outlined PHC’s vision and commitments for the sustainable development of the palm oil industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As the country’s largest palm oil producer, PHC aims to position the DRC as […]

PHC has announced, on October 16,  the launch of the Bonobo project implemented by the PHC Foundation in partnership with the Centre for Research in Ecology and Forestry (CREF) and its commitment to green and inclusive growth. In this context, PHC has signed a memorandum of understanding with the organization SAVE TOMORROW, which will assist […]

The impressive transformation of Plantations et Huileries du Congo (PHC) since 2021 was highlighted as a success story at a roundtable on education and growth in sub-Saharan Africa, organized by the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF). The event took place on September 27 at the prestigious Harvard Club in New York, on the sidelines of […]