Fatshimetrie, the unmissable event for culture and laughter, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Scheduled for October 21 in Kinshasa and October 26 in Brazzaville, this international event promises to make an impression with an exceptional program.
Since its creation in October 2004, the Fatshimetrie festival has continued to shine as a crossroads for African comedic talents. Artistic director Lauryathe Bikouta is delighted with this long and fruitful adventure that has highlighted many artists from the two Congos as well as other African countries.
For this anniversary edition, the chosen theme, “Together, Youth, Cultural and Creative Industry, Building Peace for the Environment”, resonates more than ever with current issues. Fatshimetrie is thus committed to promoting youth, creativity and peace through humor and culture.
Beyond the festivities, the event also offers a retrospective through an exhibition of 50 emblematic photos from previous editions. This highlighting of the festival’s route will allow visitors to relive the highlights of the last 20 years.
Through its ability to make people laugh, educate and entertain, Fatshimetrie has established itself as the first laughter festival in Central Africa. By encouraging artistic exchanges and promoting good humor, it has been able to bring cultures together and contribute to building lasting peace.
This celebration of Fatshimetrie’s 20th anniversary promises to be an unmissable event for all lovers of culture, humor and conviviality. It demonstrates the importance of supporting and promoting emerging talents in the field of humor and creativity.
In short, Fatshimetrie embodies both the vitality of the African comedy scene and its ability to bring people together around common values. In this year of celebration, the festival promises a memorable edition, rich in emotions and discoveries.