DRC Tourism

    Investment Portal — Haut-Lomami Province

    Invest in Haut-Lomami

    Haut-Lomami Province encompasses the extraordinary Upemba National Park – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve featuring vast wetlands, lakes, and the Lufira River system. This is also the heartland of the ancient Luba kingdom, one of Africa's most sophisticated pre-colonial civilizations. The combination of ...

    Region: South DRC · Capital: Kamina · Upemba wetlands and the ancient Luba kingdom heartland

    Why Invest in Haut-Lomami Now

    Global importance in cobalt, copper, and battery minerals

    Industrial corridor development: Kolwezi–Lubumbashi

    Lake Tanganyika — Africa's deepest and longest freshwater lake

    Government momentum for tourism-led economic diversification

    MICE and business tourism growing rapidly

    Investment Themes

    Priority sectors for tourism and infrastructure investment in Haut-Lomami.

    Mining Tourism & MICE

    Industrial delegations, business conferences

    Lake & Freshwater Tourism

    Lake Tanganyika resorts, fishing, water sports

    Executive Hospitality

    Business-class hotels, corporate lodges

    Transport & Corridors

    Air routes, road infrastructure, logistics

    Renewable Energy

    Solar projects, mini-grids, green infrastructure

    Community Value Projects

    Skills development, local enterprise support

    Key Highlights — Haut-Lomami

    Upemba National Park – UNESCO Biosphere Reserve

    Vast wetland and lake ecosystems

    Luba kingdom cultural heritage

    Endemic fish and waterbird species

    Lufira-Kiubo Falls system

    Economic Snapshot

    Key economic indicators for Haut-Lomami Province.

    Estimated GDP

    €0.6B (est.)

    Population

    2.9 million

    Growth Outlook

    Moderate — Upemba National Park restoration and savanna safari development

    Key Industries

    MiningAgricultureLivestockFishing

    Tourism Potential

    Upemba National Park, Lualaba River source, savanna wildlife, Luba cultural heritage

    Flagship Investment Projects

    Priority projects seeking partners and investors in Haut-Lomami.

    Wildlife & Lake SafariPre-feasibility

    Upemba Lakes Safari Camp

    Safari camp in Upemba's unique lake-dotted savanna — zebras, antelopes, and endemic species.

    €5M–€10M

    Heritage TourismConcept

    Kamina Military Heritage Trail

    Heritage route exploring Kamina's historic military base and Cold War history.

    €1.5M–€3M

    UN SDG Alignment

    Investment in Haut-Lomami directly contributes to these United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

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    Decent Work
    15
    Life on Land
    16
    Peace & Justice

    Anchor Destinations & Assets

    Key tourism anchors in Haut-Lomami that drive investor interest and visitor demand.

    Wildlife

    Upemba National Park

    UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with wetlands and diverse wildlife.

    Duration: 3-5 days

    Heritage

    Luba Cultural Sites

    Sacred sites and traditional villages of the Luba kingdom.

    Duration: 2-3 days

    Nature

    Lufira-Kiubo Falls

    Dramatic waterfall system on the Lufira River.

    Duration: 1 day

    Water

    Lake Upemba

    Large lake in the heart of the park.

    Duration: 1-2 days

    City

    Kamina Town

    Provincial capital and former military base.

    Duration: Half-day

    Partnership & Investment Models

    All projects follow structured partnership frameworks aligned with national tourism strategy.

    PPP

    Concession

    Joint Venture

    BOT

    Haut-Lomami Investment Desk

    Office

    DRCTourism Investment Desk — Haut-Lomami

    Facilitation

    Provincial Tourism & Conservation Office

    Ready to Invest in Haut-Lomami?

    Contact the DRCTourism Investment Desk for the full prospectus and project pipeline.