Eric Kasongo

I am a seasoned bilingual journalist and strategic researcher specialising in political economy, business intelligence, data-driven market analysis and regional investment across Central and Southern Africa, with particular expertise in South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),Zambia.
My work focuses on the intersection of politics, economics, natural resources, financial markets, trade and investment, with extensive expertise in the mining and energy sectors. I combine journalistic experience with rigorous data-driven research and market intelligence to assess economic trends, investment opportunities, policy developments, market dynamics and geopolitical risks across the region.
My regional expertise covers Central and Southern African economies, with a particular focus on resource-rich markets and their integration into regional and global value chains. I analyse how government policy, commodity cycles, capital flows, infrastructure development, trade flows, regulatory frameworks and geopolitical developments influence investment decisions and economic growth.
I provide evidence-based regional investment intelligence to investors, businesses, media organisations and other stakeholders seeking to identify opportunities, understand market risks and evaluate the evolving investment landscape across Africa.