Horizon Congo Mining S.A. Partners with FasterCapital EquityPilot to Accelerate DRC Investment

KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo – January 31, 2026

Horizon Congo Mining S.A. and FasterCapital today announced a strategic partnership through FasterCapital’s EquityPilot Program, aimed at accelerating investment and commercial development across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The collaboration aligns Horizon Congo’s multi-sector project pipeline with FasterCapital’s global investor network, mentorship, and capital-raising support to unlock infrastructure, mining, energy, hydrocarbons, and real estate opportunities in the DRC.

Market Opportunity & Investment Context

The Democratic Republic of Congo sits at the center of rising global demand for critical minerals, energy security, and large-scale infrastructure development. Despite its vast resource potential, the country continues to face infrastructure gaps, limited access to structured capital, and fragmented project execution frameworks. International investors increasingly seek de-risked, governance-aligned, and ESG-compliant opportunities supported by credible local partners.

Horizon Congo addresses these challenges by structuring investable projects that combine local execution capacity with international standards in governance, compliance, transparency, and capital deployment.

Horizon Congo’s Multi-Sector Development Model

Horizon Congo Mining S.A. operates as a core pillar within the broader Horizon Congo multi-sector development platform, covering mining, infrastructure, energy, hydrocarbons, real estate development, and agriculture. The initiative follows a milestone-driven execution model, ensuring projects advance through clear phases including legal readiness, stakeholder alignment, permitting, and structured financing.

This approach reduces execution risk while providing institutional, strategic, and development-focused investors with visibility, accountability, and long-term value creation.

FasterCapital EquityPilot Partnership Value

Through FasterCapital’s EquityPilot program, Horizon Congo gains access to targeted investor introductions, structured mentorship, financial modeling support, and investor-readiness frameworks. FasterCapital’s global syndicate and selective vetting process enhance credibility with institutional investors and development finance institutions.

The partnership establishes a 12–18 month acceleration roadmap, focusing on priority infrastructure corridors, mining joint ventures, and phased capital raises aligned with defined project milestones.

Executive Statements

“Horizon Congo presents the combination of structured project development and strong local partnerships that institutional investors require,” said Hesham Zreik, Founder and CEO of FasterCapital. “The EquityPilot program helps de-risk these assets while accelerating capital deployment in line with sustainability and shared economic value.”

“Our mission is to lay the foundation for responsible, scalable, and transparent development across the DRC,” said Louison Uchama, Founder & CEO of Horizon Congo. “This partnership with FasterCapital validates our approach and strengthens our ability to convert resource potential into inclusive economic growth.”

Growth Outlook & Next Steps

Near-term priorities include advancing flagship transport and infrastructure corridors, securing mining joint venture term sheets, and piloting energy integration solutions at project sites. Horizon Congo will pursue phased capital raises linked to execution milestones while expanding its on-the-ground operational and advisory teams across key provinces.

Long-term, the initiative aims to contribute to a diversified Congolese economy, regional trade connectivity, and sustainable development outcomes.

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About Horizon Congo Mining S.A.

Horizon Congo Mining S.A. is a multi-sector project development and investment facilitation initiative focused on driving sustainable economic growth in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The company bridges local project execution with international governance, ESG, compliance, and investment standards to deliver investor-ready opportunities across infrastructure, mining, energy, hydrocarbons, and real estate.

About FasterCapital

FasterCapital is a global venture builder and online incubator founded in 2014, supporting startups and large-scale initiatives worldwide through funding assistance, business development, and technical support. The EquityPilot Program helps early-stage and growth initiatives build scalable, investor-ready solutions through mentorship, strategic guidance, and access to a global investor network.

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📌 MEDIA & COMPANY CONTACT

Company: Horizon Congo Mining S.A.
Address: Avenue Colonel Mondjiba, No. 372, Commune de la Gombe, Kinshasa, 01204, Democratic Republic of Congo
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.horizoncongomining.com

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Media Contact – FasterCapital

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