The Games of La Francophonie held in the Democratic Republic of Congo marked a decisive turning point in the implementation of public policies aimed at supporting the country’s sports and cultural sectors. The announcement was made by government spokesman Patrick Muyaya during a recent joint briefing.
Patrick Muyaya praised the performance of Congolese athletes and artists during this event and stressed that the construction of sports infrastructure testified to the government’s desire to do things properly. He also spoke of the importance of thinking about how to sustain the legacy of the Games, involving the organizations concerned and working in collaboration with the government.
“Before and after the Games of La Francophonie will mark a turning point in the way we manage sports and culture in the DRC. It is essential to think together about how to manage not only the infrastructure, but also the talents and to ensure their sustainable development,” said Patrick Muyaya.
The Congolese government recognizes the importance of fostering inter-provincial tournaments in order to showcase local talent and promote the sport across the country. Discussions are underway to find effective strategies to maintain the level of development achieved during the Games of La Francophonie.
This event, which brings together young sporting and cultural talents from French-speaking countries, gave the DRC the opportunity to position itself as a nation capable of meeting the challenges in these areas. With a total of 34 medals won, including 5 gold, 11 silver and 18 bronze, the DRC has demonstrated its potential and its commitment to sport and culture.
The success of the Games of La Francophonie in the DRC calls for further reflection on how to capitalize on this heritage and further develop the country’s sporting and cultural sectors. It is essential that the players concerned, be they federations, athletes, artists or the government, work closely together to put in place strategic plans and coherent policies.
The DRC now has modern infrastructure and promising talent. It is up to all the actors involved to unite to ensure the sustainability of this heritage and encourage the continued development of sport and culture in the DRC.
In conclusion, the Francophonie Games were a success for the DRC, both sportingly and culturally. They have made it possible to highlight the country’s potential and place the sports and cultural sectors at the center of public policies. Now is the time to capitalize on this success and work hand in hand to ensure the growth and development of these sectors in the Democratic Republic of Congo