The 2022 Francophonie games are coming to an end and the Democratic Republic of Congo can congratulate itself on its performance. With a total of 33 medals, all disciplines combined, the Leopards shone during this edition.
In the medal ranking, Morocco takes first place with 58 medals, including 23 gold. Romania and Cameroon follow closely with 38 medals respectively. France is in fourth place with 15 medals, while Burkina Faso is in fifth place with 7 gold medals. The Democratic Republic of Congo ranks eighth, tied with Ivory Coast, with a total of 33 medals, including 5 gold.
The competition is not yet over for the Congolese representatives. This Saturday, they will still have the opportunity to win medals in African wrestling, including a bronze team final among women against Madagascar. There will also be gold finals for men in the -66 kg and -86 kg categories. In basketball, classification matches will take place, where the DRC will try to win against Romania and Benin. Finally, in football, a women’s gala match is planned between the DCMP and the V. Club, followed by the final for the bronze medal between Benin and Niger.
This remarkable performance by the DRC at the Francophonie Games testifies to the quality and talent of Congolese athletes. They were able to stand out in different disciplines and proudly represented their country. This sporting success is a source of pride for the Congolese nation and confirms the country’s potential in the field of sport.
The Francophonie games are not only a sporting competition, but also an opportunity to promote the cultural and linguistic diversity of French-speaking countries. They allow athletes to meet, exchange and share their experiences, thus strengthening the links between the different participating nations.
With the end of the Francophonie Games approaching, it is time to celebrate the performances of Congolese athletes and underline the importance of these games in the promotion of sport, culture and intercultural dialogue. Congratulations to the Democratic Republic of Congo for this great success and look forward to new victories in the next international sports competitions.