Fatshimetrie, September 20, 2024 – The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will go down in history as an iconic sporting event, marked by innovation, inclusiveness and sustainability. This was emphasized by the French Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Congo during a meeting with the French and Congolese communities in Kinshasa.
At the heart of this global event, France was able to showcase its expertise and commitment to the values of Olympism. With more than 15,000 athletes, 9,000 accredited journalists and 12 million spectators, the Paris 2024 Games were a real logistical and human success.
The Ambassador also emphasized the importance of sport as a vector for development, peace and social cohesion. Indeed, sport conveys universal values such as respect, friendship and excellence, thus contributing to the reduction of inequalities and the well-being of individuals.
In a spirit of balanced partnership, France is committed to strengthening ties between countries on both sides of the Mediterranean through sport. The sports association movement occupies a prominent place in France, promoting the learning of commitment, volunteering, solidarity and democracy.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, France has supported the development of sport through various projects aimed at promoting access to sports and cultural practices, particularly among young people. Fruitful collaborations have made it possible to strengthen the skills of sports and cultural journalists, train volunteers and develop school sport.
The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games also represented an opportunity for many companies to participate in this international event. Among the 84 sponsors of the Games, several French companies played a key role, highlighting the commitment of the private sector in supporting sport and culture.
Ultimately, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games not only celebrated sporting excellence, but also promoted essential values for living together and the harmonious development of societies. By uniting nations around a passion for sport, these games will remain etched in memories as a moment of emotion, sharing and inspiration for future generations.