Central Bank of Congo Maintains Easing of Monetary Policy

Kinshasa, January 8, 2026 - The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) announced the continuation of its monetary policy easing during its ordinary session on Thursday, January 8, in Kinshasa. This marks the second decision in three months to maintain the policy initiated in the last quarter of 2025. The Monetary Policy Committee, chaired by Governor André Wameso Nkualoloki, explained that the measure aims to create favorable financing conditions for the national economy while preserving macroeconomic stability. In practice, this means gradually lowering borrowing costs to facilitate credit for businesses and households without jeopardizing the financial system. Governor Nkualoloki stated:“For 2026, the Monetary Policy Committee forecasts controlled price increases, in a context of exchange rate stabilization and sustained economic growth.” He added that the national economy is expected to benefit from favorable developments in metal prices, particularly copper and cobalt, while remaining influenced by global geopolitical tensions and tariffs. At the domestic level, easing monetary policy is also linked to hopes for reduced conflicts in the eastern regions. The committee reaffirmed its commitment to closely monitoring economic developments and liquidity, emphasizing that businesses will enjoy better borrowing conditions, encouraging productive investment, and households will have improved access to financing for housing or business activities.

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Kinshasa, January 8, 2026 - The Central Bank of Congo (BCC) announced the continuation of its monetary policy easing during its ordinary session on Thursday, January 8, in Kinshasa. This marks the second decision in three months to maintain the policy initiated in the last quarter of 2025. The Monetary Policy Committee, chaired by Governor André Wameso Nkualoloki, explained that the measure aims to create favorable financing conditions for the national economy while preserving macroeconomic stability. In practice, this means gradually lowering borrowing costs to facilitate credit for businesses and households without jeopardizing the financial system. Governor Nkualoloki stated:“For 2026, the Monetary Policy Committee forecasts controlled price increases, in a context of exchange rate stabilization and sustained economic growth.” He added that the national economy is expected to benefit from favorable developments in metal prices, particularly copper and cobalt, while remaining influenced by global geopolitical tensions and tariffs. At the domestic level, easing monetary policy is also linked to hopes for reduced conflicts in the eastern regions. The committee reaffirmed its commitment to closely monitoring economic developments and liquidity, emphasizing that businesses will enjoy better borrowing conditions, encouraging productive investment, and households will have improved access to financing for housing or business activities.