The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is working on a project to enhance fuel supply capacity in the Eastern region, which frequently faces shortages and price fluctuations.
The oil terminal being built in Goma is a key element of the national strategy to bolster energy infrastructure, formed through a public-private partnership between the State and KPS LOG.
The terminal, designed for storing land-based and aviation petroleum products, aims to optimise the logistics chain and ensure stable supplies, ultimately lowering fuel distribution costs.
With an operational capacity of 9 million liters and a surface area of 4 hectares, the terminal will enable us to better manage fluctuating fuel needs in the Eastern region, while improving the resilience of the oil sector in the face of logistical challenges.
By relying on modernised infrastructure, the DRC aims to avoid supply interruptions that disrupt economic and industrial activities in this strategic area of the country.
The new Goma terminal meets a pressing need: to improve the efficiency of transport and storage of petroleum products.
The eastern part of the DRC, due to its landlocked geographical position, is particularly vulnerable to variations in fuel prices, with direct repercussions on the cost of living and the competitiveness of local businesses.
This terminal should help to stabilise these fluctuations, by offering a reliable storage and distribution solution tailored to the needs of businesses and individuals in the region.
Hydrocarbons Minister Aimé Molendo Sakombi emphasises that this project is part of the government’s roadmap to modernise the DRC’s oil sector.
The aim is to guarantee a more stable supply at lower cost for local companies, while improving the transparency of fuel flows.
In a country where energy infrastructures often remain dilapidated, this terminal symbolizes a commitment to transformation, fostering more robust economic development in the eastern region.
In addition to its storage capacity, the Goma terminal will incorporate advanced technologies to meet international standards in terms of safety and fuel flow management.
The site’s equipment will comply with the standards set by the American Petroleum Institute (API), guaranteeing a high level of operational reliability.
Among the innovations planned, a real-time oil flow monitoring system will be implemented, designed to minimise the risk of fraud.
This initiative is in line with a broader program of molecular marking of petroleum products, launched by the Congolese government to combat smuggling and optimise public revenues.
This anti-fraud program is crucial in a country where losses linked to illicit practices in fuel distribution remain high.
By integrating these technologies, the Goma project aims to enhance transparency in the oil sector, thereby attracting more investment and promoting stability of supply.
The Goma terminal represents a major opportunity for local businesses and economic operators, offering modern infrastructure that will improve inventory management and facilitate logistics for companies in the region.
Greater efficiency in the distribution of petroleum products will enable companies to better control their operating costs, and thus improve their competitiveness on the regional market.
The DRC, rich in natural resources, is looking to exploit its energy potential more strategically, by improving its infrastructure to attract more investment in the hydrocarbon sector.
By streamlining fuel supply, the Goma terminal represents a key step towards better management of the country’s oil resources, while ensuring greater price stability for local consumers.
Strengthening energy supplies also signals strongly to international players, especially those investing in the DRC’s hydrocarbon sector.
The DRC is positioning itself as a reliable partner by providing infrastructure that meets international standards, demonstrating its ability to fulfill the needs of economic players in the region.
