Title: The Francophone Games in Kinshasa: a celebration combining sport, culture and solidarity
Introduction :
The Jeux de la Francophonie represent a major event that celebrates the cultural and sporting diversity of French-speaking countries. This year, Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has the honor of hosting this major event. More than just a sports competition, the Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa will be a unique opportunity to highlight the cultural and artistic richness of the region. In this article, we will explore the different cultural disciplines that will be highlighted during this event, and how the DRC intends to demonstrate its talent and creativity to the world.
Various cultural disciplines to highlight Congolese creativity:
The DRC has chosen to subscribe to 11 cultural disciplines within the framework of the Games of La Francophonie. Among these disciplines, we find song, creative dance, storytelling, painting, installation sculpture, photography, hip-hop dance, ball juggling, giant puppets, digital creation and finally new literature. Each of these disciplines represents a facet of Congolese culture and is an opportunity to showcase the talent and creativity of local artists.
A country known for its dance and music, but not only:
The DRC is world famous for its dance and music, but the goal of the Games of La Francophonie is to showcase the diversity and breadth of Congolese talent. By choosing 11 varied cultural disciplines, the DRC wishes to show the whole world that it has much more to offer than what we already know. Congolese artists will thus have the opportunity to reveal their creativity and originality in lesser known but equally remarkable artistic fields.
Ongoing preparation to highlight the cultural heritage:
Preparations for the Jeux de la Francophonie in Kinshasa have been underway since 2019. The shortlisted and selected artists are preparing with determination to deliver high-level performances. The DRC wishes to highlight its cultural heritage, while testifying to its dynamism and its evolution. Artists therefore work hard to present creations that reflect the country’s cultural identity and that will captivate international audiences.
Conclusion :
The Jeux de la Francophonie in Kinshasa offer a unique opportunity to celebrate not only sport, but also Congolese culture, art and creativity. Thanks to the diversity of the cultural disciplines chosen, the DRC intends to demonstrate to the whole world the extent of its talents and the richness of its heritage