The Democratic Republic of Congo’s has been shaken following a decision by government in the neighbouring country, Zambia to close its borders linking it to the latter nation.
Zambia’s decision comes after protests broke out in the DR Congo due to the government’s decision to ban all imports in lime and beverages, which are major necessities in the latter’s economy.
Last month, the DR Congo government banned all imports in lime and beverages for a period of 12 months as announced by the country’s Minister of Economy Julien Paluku.
The move by the Congolese government has sprouted protests and tensions in several towns on the DR Congo side over past 10 days as citizens struggle to access necessities and make ends meet.
The Zambian government has since decided to close all three borders including Kasumbalesa, Mokambo and Sakania borders in order to protect its citizens.
Zambia’s move is expected to cause tension in the DR Congo’s economic dispensation as the former’s links stands to be a critical contributor to the Congolese economy.
