Title: Preparations for the Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa are on track
Introduction :
The Games of La Francophonie, a major event in the sporting and cultural world, are being actively prepared in Kinshasa. President Félix Tshisekedi recently made an inspection visit to the main sites that will host this ninth edition. Accompanied by members of the government, this visit made it possible to see the progress of the work and to express his optimism as to the successful holding of this major event.
The Stade des Martyrs, ready to welcome the athletes:
During his visit, President Tshisekedi went to the Stade des Martyrs, one of the emblematic sites of Kinshasa which will host the sports competitions. The infrastructures, such as the twin gymnasium for basketball, the adjoining football field and the athletics track, have been declared ready to receive the athletes. Engineer Joseph Ajuami, works supervisor, confirmed that all sports facilities were completed and up to the required standards.
The Tata Raphaël Stadium on the right track:
President Tshisekedi then went to the Tata Raphaël Stadium in La Kethulle where other competitions of the Francophonie Games will take place. Work completed so far is rated at 95%, with significant advances in key facilities such as the Accreditation Room and gymnasiums for sports such as table tennis, judo and freestyle wrestling. This encouraging progress confirms the will and commitment of the DRC to provide quality infrastructure to host this international event.
Positive spin-offs for the DRC:
The organization of the Games of La Francophonie mobilized numerous resources, both human and financial, thus creating thousands of direct and indirect jobs for the Congolese population. This event represents an opportunity for the DRC to assert its reception capacities, but also to promote its cultural and sporting heritage. Moreover, it will undeniably contribute to the development of the sports sector in the country.
Conclusion :
Preparations for the Games of La Francophonie in Kinshasa are on track, with sports facilities ready to welcome athletes from around the world. President Tshisekedi was optimistic about the successful holding of this major event for the DRC. Beyond the sporting aspects, these Games represent an economic and cultural opportunity for the country, thus strengthening its influence on the international scene