Kolwezi, July 16, 2026 – As part of the expansion of its service offering, GROUP TIA, in partnership with the Belgian-Congolese-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce (CCBL), organized a strategic information session in Kolwezi dedicated to customs dispute management. This new area of expertise further strengthens its support for companies operating in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The event brought together numerous economic stakeholders and professionals around a key issue: gaining a better understanding of the customs framework, anticipating the risks of disputes, and adopting best practices to secure their operations.
A Session Led by Mr. André Monga
“The session was led by Mr. André Monga, Deputy Director at the Directorate General of Customs and Excise (DGDA) in Kolwezi, who provided a clear and accessible overview of customs legislation, non-compliance with which may expose companies to the risk of disputes. He also encouraged participants to adopt best practices that strengthen customs compliance. As he reminded the audience, ‘The best dispute is the one that never happens.’”
Through his presentation, participants were able to deepen their understanding of the mechanisms for preventing, managing, and resolving disputes, while also discussing the operational realities and challenges encountered in the field.
Customs Dispute Management: A New Area of Support
The organization of this session marks a key milestone for GROUP TIA, with the integration of customs dispute management at the heart of its areas of expertise.
This new expertise aims to assist companies in the prevention, identification, management, and resolution of customs-related risks and disputes.
GROUP TIA’s approach is based on:
By developing this expertise, GROUP TIA reaffirms its commitment to providing tailored, rigorous solutions adapted to the operational and regulatory realities faced by companies in the DRC.
Kolwezi: The First Step in a Nationwide Rollout
The session held in Kolwezi marks the starting point of a broader initiative aimed at creating opportunities to share experiences and expertise on customs and regulatory issues.
As the saying goes, “Knowledge is power.” For GROUP TIA, sharing expertise is an essential tool for enabling business leaders to better anticipate risks, secure their investments, and make informed decisions.
Next Stop: Lubumbashi
Following the success of the Kolwezi session, GROUP TIA looks forward to welcoming professionals and companies in Lubumbashi for a new information session dedicated to customs dispute management.
Details regarding the date, program, and registration process will be announced very soon.
Through this new service offering, GROUP TIA confirms its ambition to position itself as a key strategic partner for companies and other interested stakeholders in managing their regulatory and operational risks.
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