Fatshimetrie, October 31, 2024 edition. The commemorative event of the fiftieth anniversary of the historic boxing match between Mohamed Ali and George Foreman, held in Kinshasa, was an opportunity for Rawbank, the leading bank in the Democratic Republic of Congo, to highlight values of inspiration and courage for youth and the country.
During this ceremony, Etienne Mabunda, Commercial Director of Rawbank, shared a strong message, inviting Congolese youth to embrace a new paradigm based on courage and creativity. He stressed the importance of taking risks and believing in one’s dreams, while valuing the courage and determination embodied by Mohamed Ali. For Mabunda, every bold act can transform our lives and contribute to building a strong and prosperous Congo.
Rawbank, through its “We Act” program, is committed to supporting youth entrepreneurship, training and leadership. This approach reflects the bank’s desire to place Congolese youth at the heart of the country’s development, by giving them the means to flourish and become essential economic actors for the future of the DRC.
The values embodied by Mohamed Ali, such as effort, resilience and perseverance, were highlighted by Baraka Mpoze, Brand Manager of Rawbank, stressing the importance of transmitting these values to young people to help them build a promising future and achieve their aspirations.
The intervention of the US Ambassador to the DRC, Lucy Tamlyn, recalled the international impact of the fight of Mohamed Ali and George Foreman, highlighting the power of each individual to contribute to change and unity. This celebration was also marked by calls for the conscience and commitment of Congolese youth, inviting them to take up challenges and believe in their abilities to make a difference in their community and their country.
Ultimately, this commemorative event of the legendary 1974 fight not only offered a historical retrospective, but also served as a catalyst to inspire Congolese youth to embrace courage, creativity and determination for a better future. By honoring Mohamed Ali’s legacy, Rawbank and its partners have laid the foundation for a strong, innovative and promising Congo, where every young person has the potential to become an agent of change.