Years in the shadows, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is on the verge of becoming the African sporting giant, as no one could have ever imagined. Thanks to booming new infrastructures, the country is positioning itself as a destination of choice for the organization of major sporting events.
It is in this context that the Congolese Handball Federation recently welcomed a delegation from the African Handball Confederation (CAHB) for an inspection visit to the country’s infrastructure. This visit aimed to assess the country’s reception capacities, with a view to organizing the 26th edition of the African Handball Cup of Nations in 2024, following the withdrawal of Cape Verde.
This opportunity offers the DRC the chance to shine on the African sporting scene and demonstrate its potential as an emerging nation in the field of sport. The new infrastructures offer modern and quality facilities, making it possible to host high-level competitions.
In addition to promoting the development of sport in the DRC, the organization of international sporting events offers a significant economic impact. By attracting tourists, athletes and media from around the world, the country can benefit from positive economic spinoffs, thereby promoting growth and development.
This CAHB inspection visit is a recognition of the DRC’s potential as a host country for large-scale sporting events. This also demonstrates the DRC’s commitment to the development of sport and its desire to position itself as a major player on the African sporting scene.
As the DRC prepares to host the African Handball Cup of Nations in 2024, it is important to highlight the crucial role of infrastructure in the development of the sport. These investments make it possible to create an environment conducive to the practice of sport, to train new talents and to promote a strong sporting culture.
In conclusion, the DRC is on the way to becoming an African sports giant thanks to its new infrastructure and its determination to organize major sporting events. This development offers economic opportunities and highlights the country’s potential in the field of sport. The DRC is ready to welcome the world of handball and show the rest of Africa and the world its commitment to the development of the sport