ÉLAN DRC
ÉLAN DRC is a UKAID market development project in the DRC implemented by Adam Smith International
Despite its extraordinary economic potential, the DRC remains desperately poor. Decades of conflict, instability and poor governance have taken their toll, and 85% of the population living in poverty lack the opportunities to lift themselves out of poverty.
We work to tackle the root causes of market failures and constraints. We work with the private sector to design and spread new economic models that increase income, create jobs and lower prices for the poorest.
VISION AND MISSION
Vision : Improve the daily life of Congolese and facilitate their inclusion in market systems by addressing constraints and allowing them to benefit from economic growth.
Mission : ÉLAN RDC aims to reduce poverty in the DRC by increasing the income of over 1 million poor smallholders producers, entrepreneurs and consumers by the end of 2020. This phase of the programme is intended to increase the incomes of at least 100,000 poor people in each year of operation.
NOS PARTENAIRES ET SECTEURS
ÉLAN RDC works across two geographical areas and six sectors of the economy. We have more than 100 partnerships with private sector actors in the DRC, providing technical advice, leveraging funds and fostering networks to change business practices.
Adam Smith International
Adam Smith International is an award-winning global company that delivers impact, value and lasting change through economic growth and government reform. Our reputation as a global leader has been built on the positive results our projects have achieved in many of the world’s most challenging environments.