Article: Press review of Tuesday July 25, 2023
The Games of La Francophonie are fast approaching and the newspapers of Tuesday July 25 focus on the final preparations for the event which will begin on July 28 in Kinshasa.
La Prospérité reports that the sites that will host the games are ready, with infrastructure developed and the athletes already present in the Congolese capital. According to the newspaper, all parties involved played their part to ensure the success of the event.
Le Potentiel points out that athletes from different countries are in full preparation and that from July 28 to August 6, 2023, Kinshasa will be in the spotlight for this major sporting and cultural event.
On the security front, Africa News reports that Interior Minister Peter Kazadi has announced strict measures to avoid any incidents. Surveillance cameras have been installed on the sites and the Republican Guard has been mobilized as reinforcements.
Minister Peter Kazadi adds that the security services have put in place a plan to secure the Games to prevent any problems. Mixed patrols between the army and the police will be carried out to ensure the smooth running of the event.
This press review highlights the commitment of the Congolese authorities to ensure the success of the Games of La Francophonie and the safety of the participants