Central Africa

DR Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the largest and most populous country of Central Africa. Even though it has very diverse natural resources, the Congo is among the poorest countries in the world. Social differences are blatant.

Rwanda

Since 1962, the year of its independence, Rwanda has been a partner country of Belgian cooperation.

Burundi

Apart from the period that the international community imposed sanctions in the 90s, Burundi has been a partner country of Belgium since its independence in 1962.

Uganda

Uganda experienced decades of political unrest until the 90s and has ever since put in great efforts to maintain political stability, peace and annual economic growth (7% in 2008-9).