04/10/2026
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WDI Program Reaches Historic Milestone: Under the High Patronage of H.E. Paul Biya, Groundbreaking for Ndolle City Set for December 16, 2026, in Sikoum Dibamba
Geneva - Dubai - London - New York - Kinshasa - Yaoundé - Douala, October 4, 2026 – Grand Impex Trading Ltd today announced the strategic consolidation of its global investment platform, World Dream Investment (WDI). Integrating multilateral regulatory frameworks, opening a large-scale digital payments market, and unlocking $3 trillion in international trade potential, WDI secures the economic and structural future of Central Africa.
A Historic Milestone Under the Highest Authority of the State
The official groundbreaking ceremony for Ndolle City, the pilot eco-tourism and technology city of the WDI program, will take place on December 16, 2026, in Sikoum Dibamba, Cameroon, under the Very High Patronage of H.E. Paul Biya, President of the Republic of Cameroon.
This high-level institutional endorsement marks the operational launch of construction works and initiates the comprehensive development plan covering 150,000 hectares across Central Africa.
Industrial and Social Impact: An Engine for Economic Sovereignty
Beyond infrastructure, WDI positions itself as a catalyst for inclusion and industrial sovereignty:
- 2 Million Jobs: Creation of 2 million direct and indirect jobs across its hubs.
- 12,500 SMEs: Incubation and integration of 12,500 Small and Medium Enterprises into the regional value chain.
- Technology Transfer: A structured skills and technology transfer program enforced with 5,300 international partner companies to ensure long-term industrial autonomy.
Endorsed by Leading Multilateral Institutions
- Sustainable Tourism (UN Tourism): Ndolle City and its network are designed per UN Tourism guidelines to ensure safety, comfort, and an immersive experience for 5 million expected tourists, alongside the 4 million FONHAB social housing units program in the DRC.
- International Trade (WTO): Alignment with WTO frameworks ensures cross-border investment fluidity, legal compliance, and streamlined customs for corporate partners.
- Resilient Cities (UN-Habitat): Continuous technical alignment with UN-Habitat for certified sustainable urban development models.
A Financial Powerhouse: 5 Million Visa & Mastercard Units
To secure this ecosystem, WDI announces the opening of a domestic and international payment market representing at least 5 million co-branded Visa and Mastercard units. This infrastructure will enable real-time transactions for tourists, citizens, and SMEs, accelerating financial inclusion from day one.
A World-Class Financial Shield
The ecosystem is backed by robust financial engineering:
- Refinancing: $170 billion long-term mechanism over 21 years, driven by RDCIF SA in the DRC.
- Clearing: Global transaction clearing by JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Citigroup, HSBC, and leading regional banks including Emirates NBD, Emirates Islamic, National Bank of Fujairah, and Habib Bank.
- Governance & Audit: Strict institutional governance supervised by Deloitte.
- Insurance & Risk Mitigation: Comprehensive sovereign risk policy syndicated around Lloyd's of London.
With construction commencing on December 16, 2026, under the aegis of the Presidency of the Republic of Cameroon, Grand Impex Trading Ltd and the WDI program usher Central Africa into an era of sustainable modernity.
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