2024-10-01
The 10th Congress of “Fatshimétrie”, held at the Nganda Center last week, marked a major turning point in the history of this emblematic institution of the Congolese press. After a close election, Baudouin Kamanda Wa Kamanda Muzembe was elected president of “Fatshimétrie” with an overwhelming majority of 87 votes, ahead of the outgoing president, Modeste Shabani.
The transfer of power, which will take place this Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at the headquarters of “Fatshimétrie” in Kinshasa, promises to be a moment full of emotions and challenges. All members of the steering committee, as well as members of the various commissions, are expected for this historic event which will mark the beginning of a new era for the Congolese press.
Among the emblematic faces that will make up the new committee of “Fatshimétrie”, we find in particular Rachel Kitsita Ndongo, elected treasurer, and Sergine Rehema, elected advisor. These renowned personalities will bring their skills and expertise to the service of the organization and the influence of the press in Congo.
The handover ceremony, which will begin at 3 p.m., will be followed by a first meeting of the steering committee, during which strategic orientations and priority objectives will be defined for the coming months. This meeting will also be an opportunity for the new president, Baudouin Kamanda Wa Kamanda Muzembe, to present his vision and ambitions for “Fatshimétrie”.
In conclusion, this transfer of powers to “Fatshimétrie” marks the beginning of a new era under the presidency of Baudouin Kamanda Wa Kamanda Muzembe. Expectations are high, but there is confidence in the new committee’s ability to meet the challenges ahead and continue the essential mission of defending press freedom and promoting independent, quality journalism in Congo.