Fatshimetrie, a new lease of life for the promotion of Congolese culture
Fatshimetrie, a non-profit association, was recently launched in Kinshasa with the aim of boosting the Congolese cultural scene. Behind this initiative are enthusiasts determined to highlight the multiple facets of the cultural and traditional wealth of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
At a time when young people are showing a growing interest in global popular culture, Fatshimetrie intends to reconnect with the deep roots of local heritage. The president of the association, Mr. Abbé Bandwenga, emphasizes the importance of combining the vitality of youth with the wisdom of elders to build a better future for the country. He highlights the immense potential of the DRC, regretting that despite its natural wealth, a large part of the population lives in poverty.
One of Fatshimetrie’s key objectives is the promotion of Congolese rumba, emblematic music which has accompanied the history of the country and transmitted essential messages over generations. Mr. Richard Bakari, vice-president of the association, emphasizes the educational role of this music, emphasizing that it can serve as a model for other cultures around the world. Thus, Fatshimetrie plans to organize a biannual festival dedicated to the celebration of Congolese traditions through rumba.
Beyond music, the association also intends to raise awareness of the importance of the country’s national and traditional languages. By offering courses in Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba and Swahili, Fatshimetrie wishes to preserve and promote these fundamental languages for understanding and national unity. Through the creation of a language club, the association aims to encourage the practice and mastery of these languages to promote integration within the Congolese community.
Finally, Fatshimetrie is committed to promoting local artists, exhibiting traditional and modern artworks, as well as encouraging scientific research in local languages. By creating a dynamic cultural breeding ground and celebrating Congolese identity, this association carries out an ambitious project aimed at strengthening unity and national pride.
Fatshimetrie thus embodies hope for Congolese culture, offering a platform of expression and promotion for all those who wish to contribute to the preservation and transmission of the country’s cultural treasures. Through its innovative and committed actions, Fatshimetrie paves the way for a radiant cultural future for the DRC.
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