IGF launches systemic audit of mining sector in DRC

A total of 118 finance inspectors have been deployed across nearly 200 public and private entities as part of the second wave of control missions for the 2026 fiscal year. On Thursday, 4 June, the deployment specifically targeted the mining sector to audit the revenues it generates throughout the national territory.

While the operations also cover the payroll liquidation status of state agents and civil servants, revenue management, and the control of public assets and property, the audit of mining revenues remains the main focus of this campaign.

This sectoral operation, initiated by the Inspector General of Finance and Head of Service, Christophe Bitasimwa Bahii, follows the resolutions of the 87th meeting of the Council of Ministers. It aligns with the government’s commitment to enhance transparency and efficiency in public revenue mobilization.

Considered one of the pillars of the national economy, the mining sector contributes a significant share of state revenues. However, public authorities seek greater visibility over the entire chain of production, declaration, collection, and traceability of revenues from mining resource exploitation.

Through this mission, the IGF aims to precisely assess the mechanisms for collecting mining revenues, identify potential weaknesses in their management, and propose measures to improve their yield for the benefit of the public treasury.

According to the Deputy Head of the IGF, Emmanuel Tshibingu, this operation is a continuation of the control actions initiated since the beginning of the year.

“There was a first wave for this 2026 fiscal year, and today we are launching the second. We have missions requested by the government, particularly on mining sector revenues. There are also monitoring missions for customs and tax revenues, with inspectors stationed at strategic points to boost collections,” he explained.

Before the teams were deployed, Christophe Bitasimwa Bahii reminded the inspectors of the strategic importance of their mission and the ethical requirements that must guide their field actions.

“We are senior state officials. We cannot do anything contrary to the interests of our state. You must do your work without fear, without yielding to influence or intimidation. Carry out your duties objectively and independently. Impartiality and fairness must characterize your observations and conclusions,” he stated.

The IGF Head of Service also stressed the quality of investigations, the relevance of analyses, and the care needed in drafting reports, which serve as valuable decision-making tools for public authorities.

Through this new control offensive, the IGF reaffirms its role as a watchdog of public finances and its commitment to supporting the government in improving governance of the mining sector, considered a key driver of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s economic development.