The ‘‘Miziki Lolenge Mususu’’ festival is much more than just an artistic event; it is a real platform for expression and social change in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Indeed, music and culture are powerful tools to influence mentalities and promote positive values within Congolese society.
During a meeting with the UNESCO country representative, the initiators of the festival stressed the importance of their initiative in promoting the change of mentalities through culture. By emphasizing artistic ethics and respect for moral values, the ‘‘Miziki Lolenge Mususu’’ festival is committed to offering authentic and committed music, capable of raising awareness and inspiring a wide audience.
The founder of the festival, Verby All star Kalunga, himself a renowned musician, affirms that Congolese music, particularly Rumba, has an essential role to play in social transformation. He insists on the need to rethink musical creation by highlighting the ethics and responsibility of artists towards their audience. For him, ‘Miziki Lolenge Mususu’ is much more than a concept: it is a true philosophy that advocates the valorization of culture as a vector of personal and collective development.
Indeed, at a time when indecency and obscenity are spreading in society, it is crucial to promote initiatives such as ‘‘Miziki Lolenge Mususu’’, which encourage responsible and respectful artistic creation. By emphasizing the role of the artist as a bearer of positive values and messages, this festival actively contributes to education and raising awareness.
Thus, ‘‘Miziki Lolenge Mususu’’ establishes itself as a bastion of committed art and responsible culture in the Democratic Republic of Congo. By defending a vision of music rooted in ethics and dignity, this festival paves the way for an artistic and social renewal, where creativity is combined with conscience and integrity. Ultimately, it embodies the hope for positive change, driven by the passion and talent of Congolese artists.