The 9th Games of La Francophonie are currently rocking the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo. As the event enters its home stretch, the organizers are emphasizing the cultural aspect that will be there.
During a lively briefing, the Minister of Communication and Media, Patrick Muyaya, the Minister of Culture and the Arts, Catherine Katungu Furaha, and the director of the national games committee, Isidore Kwandja, underlined the importance of the cultural dimension of the event.
Several infrastructures are ready to welcome athletes from various backgrounds. The games village, located at the Stade Tata Raphaël site, will open its doors this Sunday for nearly 3,000 participants.
With regard to culture, eleven disciplines are planned, including song, dance, painting, sculpture, photography, and literature. The DRC intends to impose its supremacy in these different disciplines and show the world its artistic and cultural richness.
The organizers want to be confident about the success of the event. They have put in place all the necessary measures to ensure the safety and mobility of French-speaking athletes. The country is counting on this opportunity to demonstrate its leadership in the cultural field and to showcase its talents.
The infrastructures available, such as the People’s Palace, the National Museum, the Academy of Fine Arts and the Center Wallonie Bruxelles, testify to the country’s ability to host this major event.
With these Games of La Francophonie, the DRC also wishes to strengthen its place on the international scene and show its contribution to sustainable development and regional integration.
In conclusion, the 9th Games of La Francophonie are an opportunity for the DRC to showcase its cultural and artistic heritage. French-speaking athletes will have the opportunity to meet and share their talents. The DRC is actively preparing to guarantee the success of this event and hopes to make an impression with its creativity and excellence in the cultural field.