Previous Years in Focus

Explore highlights & memorable moments from past DRC Invitational events, featuring keynote insights, meaningful business connections and highlights that reflect the spirit and growing impact of the Invitational.

2025 Highlights

Hosted by Dewhard Mupenda of Baobab Holdings, the DRC Invitational Gala Dinner took place at the prestigious One&Only Cape Town Hotel — bringing together leading companies from South Africa and the wider Southern African region with active operations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Representatives from key sectors such as mining, logistics and transport, aviation, construction, investment, and finance gathered to network, collaborate, and celebrate shared progress across the continent.

2023 - 2024 Highlights

Highlights of EDITION 1 & EDITION 2 DRC Invitational Gala Dinner 2023-2024 at The Leonardo Hotel in Sandton Johannesburg.

The DRC Invitational Gala Dinner 2023

Hosted by Baobab Holdings SARL - Mr Dewhard Mupenda

2023 Media & Stakeholder Launch

The DRC Invitational Media & Stakeholder Launch 2023

2023 Highlights

The DRC Invitational Gala Dinner 2023 - Highlights

2026 Highlights Coming Soon

Our latest event highlights are currently being curated. Return soon to experience the memorable moments, meaningful connections and standout experiences from the 2026 DRC Invitational event.

Golf Day Highlights

Relive a day of golf, relaxed engagement and valuable business connections.

Yacht Experience Highlights

Experience memorable moments aboard the Mirage Catamaran against the spectacular backdrop of Cape Town.

Executive Cocktail Evening Highlights

Discover an evening of introductions, engaging conversations and strategic relationship-building.

Gala Dinner Highlights

Revisit the distinguished speakers, inspiring moments and shared experiences from our flagship evening.