Funu Municipal Stadium, Bukavu, DR Congo
The Municipal de Funu Stadium in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, has just undergone a remarkable transformation thanks to the initiative and efforts of Modeste Bahati Lukwebo, President of the Congolese Senate. This stadium, once dilapidated, has been completely renovated to provide a space for entertainment and sports for the young people of the region.
The official handover of the stadium to the local authorities marks an important turning point for the locality of Funu. The stadium now has two side stands, an outside stand, seats for the players and modern sanitary facilities. In addition, a fence has been added to guarantee security and preserve the space.
During the handover ceremony, Modeste Bahati Lukwebo expressed her joy and satisfaction with the realization of this project. He encouraged local youth to make good use of this space and actively engage in sport.
“I am honored to be able to inaugurate this municipal stadium of Funu in the commune of Kadutu. It represents an important step towards the development of young people and I hope that it contributes to their development. We are committed to ensuring the maintenance of this stadium in order to guarantee its durability and functionality,” said Modeste Bahati Lukwebo.
The Funu stadium has special significance for the Bukavu region, as it hosted the visit of the presidential couple Félix Tshisekedi and Vital Kamerhe during the 2018 election campaign.
The renovation of the Municipal Stadium in Funu is a concrete example of Modeste Bahati Lukwebo’s commitment to local development and the promotion of sport. This initiative offers young people in the region a space for entertainment, meeting and sports, thus contributing to their well-being and development.
By improving sports infrastructure, Modeste Bahati Lukwebo demonstrates a dynamic vision of Congolese youth and wishes to encourage the practice of sport as a means of social development, community cohesion and health promotion.
The Municipal Stadium of Funu is an inspiring example of the importance of sport in the lives of young people and its positive role in the development of communities. This achievement demonstrates Modeste Bahati Lukwebo’s commitment to young people in the country and offers great prospects for the future of sport in the Bukavu region