Management of sports infrastructure after the Games of La Francophonie: a lasting legacy to preserve for Kinshasa
The ninth Games of La Francophonie are currently taking place in Kinshasa, and beyond the sports competition, the question of the management of sports infrastructures after the event is at the center of concerns. The President of the Republic, Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi, stressed during a meeting of the Council of Ministers the need to build or rehabilitate sports infrastructures that meet international standards, while ensuring their sustainability.
“Félix-Antoine Tshisekedi encouraged the government to implement the maintenance and upkeep policy for the various sites in order to ensure their sustainability”, indicates the minutes of the meeting. Thus, the Minister of Infrastructure and Public Works, the Minister of Higher and University Education, as well as the Minister of Sports and Leisure are invited to take measures for better management and use of infrastructure, while putting in place strategies operational and attractive to promote these sites.
This commitment to a lasting legacy demonstrates the Democratic Republic of Congo’s desire to make the most of these sports facilities, for the benefit of future generations. It is not only a question of building modern facilities and meeting international standards, but also of guaranteeing their maintenance and responsible use beyond the Games of La Francophonie.
Kinshasa, the Congolese capital, hosts this sporting and cultural event which offers a unique opportunity to show the legendary hospitality of the Congolese people and the joie de vivre of the city. Both national and foreign residents are invited to take advantage of these infrastructures and make good use of them, in a spirit of responsibility and citizenship.
The management of sports infrastructures is not limited only to their construction or rehabilitation, but also to their optimal use and regular maintenance. By ensuring proper management of these sites, the Democratic Republic of the Congo can ensure that it creates a lasting legacy for sport and culture in the country, while providing economic and social development opportunities for its citizens.
In conclusion, the question of the management of sports infrastructure after the Games of La Francophonie is a major issue for Kinshasa. President Tshisekedi has clearly expressed his desire to preserve this heritage by putting in place concrete measures to guarantee the sustainability of the facilities. It is now up to the ministers concerned to take the necessary measures to ensure optimal management of these sites, while raising awareness among potential users of their responsible use.. Thus, Kinshasa will not only be able to celebrate the success of the Francophonie Games, but also to benefit sustainably from these infrastructures for the development of sport and culture