The IX Games of La Francophonie, which are currently taking place in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, are a major event that never ceases to surprise and excite the public. At the heart of this meeting of Francophone youth, it is the cultural component that takes a prominent place.
During a recent briefing, the Minister of Communication and Media, Patrick Muyaya, the Minister of Culture and Arts, Catherine Katungu Furaha, and the director of the national games committee, Isidore Kwandja, underlined the importance of the cultural dimension in these games. Several infrastructures are ready to welcome athletes from French-speaking countries and cultural disciplines will be highlighted.
Minister Catherine Katungu announced that eleven cultural disciplines will be present, such as song, creative dance, painting, sculpture, photography, free dance, hip-hop dance, ball juggling, giant puppetry, digital creation and new literature. She expressed her confidence in Congolese talents and the desire to show the world the cultural richness of the country.
For his part, Isidore Kwandja spoke about the infrastructures made available for the games, such as the People’s Palace, the National Museum, the Academy of Fine Arts, the Limete interchange and the Center Wallonie Bruxelles. He also asserted that the DRC, due to its rich artistic history and renowned artists, is poised to shine in these cultural disciplines.
These Games of La Francophonie are therefore an opportunity for the DRC to highlight its cultural diversity and artistic talents. The Congolese population is already fully involved in this event, and the enthusiasm is palpable. Let’s hope that these games will make it possible to discover new talented artists and will help to strengthen the links between French-speaking countries.
In conclusion, the 9th Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa are a real celebration of culture and sport, highlighting the artistic richness of the DRC. These games promote Francophone diversity and strengthen exchanges between participating countries. Let’s hope that this edition will be a success and that Congolese artists will be able to shine on the international scene