The Games of La Francophonie 2022 in Kinshasa were a major sporting event that aroused the enthusiasm and admiration of sportswomen. Agnès Rubenga, secretary of the Provincial Women’s Football Commission, shared her impressions of this edition and highlighted the positive aspects of the organization.
According to Mrs. Rubenga, the organization of the games was a real success. She particularly appreciated the measures taken in terms of security, ensuring the protection of people and their property. Indeed, the agents of the Republican Guard and the National Police demonstrated an exemplary level of discipline, thus creating a secure atmosphere. No cases of theft or crime were reported, which allowed participants and the public to concentrate fully on the competitions.
However, Madame Rubenga also expressed her wish to see an improvement in the preparation of the athletes. She encourages women athletes to train constantly in order to be ready for events and to optimize their chances of success. She stresses that the government should also invest more in the preparation of athletes, in order to ensure optimal performance.
As a sports executive, Mrs. Rubenga however regretted having to buy tickets to attend the various events. She feels that as a member of the Provincial Women’s Football Commission, she should have had free access to sporting events.
Ms. Rubenga’s contribution to the promotion of women’s sport is not limited to her role as secretary of the Provincial Women’s Football Commission. She has also been involved in the coordination of the As Vita junior club and 4th division age teams for several seasons.
In conclusion, the IX Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa were hailed by Agnès Rubenga for their successful organization and guaranteed security. However, she stresses the need for better preparation of athletes and hopes for greater recognition of sports actors, such as executives and managers, for their contribution to the development of women’s sport