Angola has implemented a variety of policies that provided economic, financial, and fiscal support. There were also policies passed on social protection and violence against women. Angola was attempting to create more equity within the Angolan society including providing loans and grants. The pandemic created a variety of obstacles and Angola tried to pass policies that could uplift the community.

• Angola opened two hotlines for people to report assaults that have happened against them. 

• Angola distributed hygiene packets to help women who were having difficulties accessing basic necessities. 

Congo passed a variety of different policies that revolved around economic, financial, and fiscal policies. There were polices that emphasized social services and violence against women. These policies were attempting to create more equity. Congo did work on policies focusing more on creating awareness around these new services. 

• There was a major initiative done by the government by giving out food packets. This initiative from the Congolese government became known as the “Telema Project.”

• In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, there is a ratio of 4.2 women employed in tourism and food services for every 1 man. There were a few laws passed in December 2020, includes provisions for subsidies totaling 62.3 billion CDF. Additionally, the new budget increased funding for those working in the tourism industry.