Category: Sports

Congolese Ngumba Ibn wins the title of African Champion at the 2023 K. Fokam International Scrabble Tournament. Despite a difficult trip to Cameroon, Ngumba Ibn has shown great determination and exceptional talent. Organized by Daniel ESSOMBA, this tournament allowed the best African players to compete and promote Scrabble in Africa. Ngumba Ibn’s victory testifies to the growing popularity of this discipline and the talent of players from the African continent.

The Leopards of the Democratic Republic of Congo brilliantly won the qualifying tournament for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in volleyball. The three teams, male and female, obtained their qualification during this competition which took place in Bangui, in the Central African Republic. The Congolese players have shown a great performance and will have the opportunity to proudly represent their country at this prestigious sporting event. This qualification testifies to the talent and determination of the Leopards and strengthens the position of Congo in the field of sport and athletics. Congolese fans can already rejoice in this success and encourage their teams in the next round as well as at the Olympic Games in Paris in 2024.

The Congolese association football federation (FECOFA) is looking for a sponsor for the Ligue 1 national championship. It offers a naming contract, offering the sponsor visibility and a direct association of its brand with the competition. In exchange, the sponsor must provide financial support representing at least 30% of the total championship budget. The objective is to rationalize the costs and to guarantee the autonomous financing of the competition. FECOFA hopes to find a solid sponsor to ensure the smooth running of the championship and strengthen its notoriety on the Congolese football market.

The Under 20 Leopards of the DRC are preparing to face the Red Devils of Congo / Brazzaville on the 3rd day of the UNIFFAC tournament. The Congolese coach expresses his confidence in his team and underlines the importance of the meeting. DRC are currently in third place, but a victory could bring them closer to the top of the table. Both teams will fight for victory and promise an intense game. Take to the field to see who will emerge victorious in this thrilling duel.

The K. Fokam 2023 international tournament, organized by the Ligue Professionnelle de Scrabble Francophone, saw the victory of Congolese Ibn Ngumba. The competition brought together eight African countries and has been dubbed “the K Fokam Millionaire Tournament”. Despite the difficulties of travel, Ibn Ngumba brilliantly represented his country and expressed his pride in having raised the Congolese flag to the highest level. This victory marks a turning point in the world of Scrabble in Africa and underlines the importance of supporting and promoting this game which stimulates the mind and develops language skills.

Football superstar Kylian Mbappé recently paid a visit to Cameroon where he was warmly welcomed by hundreds of fans at Yaoundé airport. Organized in collaboration with Yannick Noah, this visit included charitable activities and an immersion in his father’s village. Mbappé visited a school for deaf children, took part in a basketball game and played against a local football club. This visit was a source of great pride among Cameroonians and demonstrated the power of sport to inspire and unite people, while inspiring young local talents to pursue their dreams. Mbappé’s generosity and commitment to others is an inspiration to all.

Al Hilal Omdurman team were eliminated in the 2nd round of the African football competition. Despite a victory in the first leg, the lack of training and some absences got the better of the Congolese players. The coach expresses his disappointment but also his pride for the efforts made by his players. The absence of a key player was also a blow for the team. Despite everything, they fought until the end. This elimination underlines the importance of training and preparation in football. The team will have to look to the future and prepare for the next challenges.

The Union of Arbitrators of Congo (UNAFCO) was recently created to support Congolese sports referees and ensure their safety. The main objective of this organization is to allow referees to help each other and to ensure mutual safety. UNAFCO also aims to unify Congolese referees, guarantee their continuous training and maintain a high level of competence. Referees play a vital role in the world of sport, ensuring fair play and respecting the rules. UNAFCO contributes to enhancing their profession and protecting them in the exercise of their functions.

In this article, we explore the importance of referee know-how in the world of sport, highlighting the case of the Union des Arbitres du Congo (UNAFCO). UNAFCO plays a crucial role in training and mentoring local referees, helping to ensure the smooth running of competitions and compliance with the rules. The training of referees is an essential pillar of sport, aimed at guaranteeing a high level of competence, promoting sporting ethics, and ensuring fairness and justice in competitions. Well-trained referees have a significant impact on the flow of competitions, maintaining balance between teams and creating a fair and equitable environment for all participants. In addition, competent referees enhance the credibility of the sport, inspire confidence in the players and attract the interest of sponsors and investors. However, Congolese arbitration faces challenges such as lack of financial resources and unjustified criticism. However, the future of Congolese refereeing looks promising with the need to invest in the continuous training of referees, the improvement of sports infrastructure, and the strengthening of cooperation with international institutions. In conclusion, refereeing plays a vital role in sport, and UNAFCO is a key player in the training of referees in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With competent referees, Congolese sport will continue to progress and inspire confidence in local and international players.