Press review of Monday August 7, 2023: Review of the success of the 9th Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa
Newspapers published on Monday August 7 in Kinshasa celebrate the successful holding of the 9th Games of La Francophonie, describing this event as a “Congolese miracle”. Despite the doubts and criticisms, the Democratic Republic of Congo has proven its ability to organize this international event, confounding the skeptics.
According to EcoNews, Kinshasa rose to this challenge brilliantly, providing thousands of French-speaking athletes and artists with an unforgettable experience. Not only did these games live up to expectations, but they also helped bring the Congolese people together and promote a positive image of the country.
The director of the Comité des Jeux de la Francophonie, Zeina Mina, called the feat a “Congolese miracle”. It underlines the determination of the Congolese people and the considerable effort made to build the infrastructure necessary for the holding of this event. Zeina Mina sees this edition as an opportunity for the DRC to rely on sports diplomacy and to organize other international competitions in the future.
La Tempête des Tropiques echoes these words by emphasizing the support of the public and the impressive performances of the athletes. According to the International Committee of the Francophonie Games, there was a real “Congolese miracle”. This edition has given a different image of the DRC, highlighting the natural hospitality of the country and its ability to revitalize its diplomacy.
La Prospérité concludes by saluting President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo for his commitment to the organization of these games. More than three thousand athletes participated in this historic event which allowed Kinshasa to shine on the international scene and to show its ability to host major events.
In summary, the IX Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa were a great success, confirming the determination of the Congolese people and their ability to meet challenges. This edition will remain an important milestone in the history of the DRC in terms of sports diplomacy and the promotion of the country’s image