Our story
Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIRL)
Founded in January 2019 by Fiston B. Kiangata, alongside a group of Congolese entrepreneurs, the Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIRL) was established to address the growing need for a structured platform where professionals, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and self-employed individuals of Congolese origin can connect, collaborate, and thrive.
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As a non-partisan, non-profit organization, CCCIRL serves as a dynamic network for Irish-Congolese professionals and businesses, fostering economic empowerment and trade between Ireland and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
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At CCCIRL, we are committed to empowering businesses, fostering international trade, and creating sustainable economic growth for both the Congolese diaspora in Ireland and businesses engaging with the DRC.
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What We Do
Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIRL)
OUR LEGAL STRUCTURE
The Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIRL) is a member of the New Communities Partnership in partnership with NCP and a member of the Wheel's Ireland national association of social enterprises and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
OUR VISION
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To bridge two economies: Ireland and the DRC each present unique economic opportunities. As Congolese professionals and businesses in Ireland, and to leverage these strengths and build a bridge between the two nations, creating new avenues for trade, investment, and business growth.
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To facilitate a large network of Irish-Congolese businesses in Ireland
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OUR MISSION
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To showcase DRC’s potential: The DRC is rich in opportunities across multiple sectors. Through the Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIRL), we aim to highlight these prospects to both Congolese and Western investors, demonstrating the country's untapped economic potential.
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To promote the interests of the Irish-Congolese community in Ireland
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Being the first choice for strategic support for Irish businesses investing in the DRC
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To provide a strategic framework: Identifying and accessing these opportunities requires local knowledge, industry insights, and structured support. The Congolese Chamber of Commerce in Ireland (CCCIR) offers its members the necessary resources, expertise, and connections to navigate and capitalize on these prospects effectively.