Category: Sports

In this blog post excerpt, we learn that TP Mazembe, V.Club, Dcmp and Saint Eloi Lupopo have been renewed as representatives of the Democratic Republic of Congo in CAF competitions. This decision was taken due to the premature termination of the Congolese football championship. Some welcome this decision, while others express their displeasure and think that a mini-tournament would have been more appropriate. This situation highlights the financial difficulties that Congolese football is facing. The selected clubs will therefore have to prepare themselves as well as possible to represent the DRC with dignity on the African scene. TP Mazembe and V.Club will aim to confirm their status as flagship clubs in Congolese football, while Dcmp and Saint Éloi Lupopo will seek to honor their qualification. The Congolese football community hopes that lasting solutions can be found to guarantee the development of football in the country.

A recent incident involving the players of AS Kabasha de Goma has sparked controversy in the world of women’s football in the Democratic Republic of Congo. During their participation in the Congo Women’s Football Cup in Lubumbashi, the players said they were threatened with being kicked out of their hotel and suffering from hunger. The president of TP Mazembe, Moïse Katumbi, reacted by releasing the funds for the plane tickets of the players to allow them to return home. However, the president of AS Kabasha disputed this claim, saying that the tickets had already been paid for by the airline. This case raises concerns about the conditions of stay and support for women’s football players in the DRC, and highlights the need for transparent and ethical management in the world of football. It is important to support and value women’s football to enable female players to thrive and break gender stereotypes. Measures must be taken to guarantee the rights and well-being of athletes and to fully develop the potential of women’s football in the DRC.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is preparing to host the Games of La Francophonie from July 28 to August 6. Prime Minister Sama Lukonde recently visited the infrastructure sites that will host the competitions. He stressed the importance of meeting deadlines and working closely together to ensure the success of this major event. Work is on track and the city of Kinshasa is preparing to welcome thousands of visitors to celebrate the diversity and talent of French-speaking countries.

The first edition of the Fatshi Cup, a UNIFFAC football tournament reserved for under-20s, will begin on July 1 at the Martyrs stadium. Six Central African nations will compete in this competition: Chad, Gabon, Central African Republic, Cameroon, Republic of Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo. The opening match will oppose the U20 Leopards of the DRC to the U20 of Chad. This tournament aims to promote youth football and develop their talent. The matches will be open to the public, giving football fans the opportunity to discover the continent’s future stars. The Fatshi Cup is also an opportunity for participating countries to strengthen their ties and promote football in the region. Don’t miss this exciting competition and follow the news to stay informed of upcoming matches.

The Fatshi Cup tournament, reserved for players under 20, will be held on July 1, 2023 at the Martyrs stadium in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Organized by UNIFFAC, this event will bring together six nations from the Central African region. The Leopards U20 team will face the Chadian team in the opening match. In parallel, positive news marks the Congolese scene such as the surrenders of militiamen, the condemnation of a gold trafficker and the fight against corruption. However, the country also faces political and security challenges, which makes it all the more important to support this sporting competition and showcase the talented youth of the DRC.

The Football Club Féminin Mazembe team from Lubumbashi easily won the 14th edition of the Women’s Congo Cup, beating the women’s DC Bweremana with a crushing score of 9 to 0 in the final. This victory confirms the supremacy of Mazembe who had already won the title the previous year. The team thus secures a place in the Women’s Champions League and shows its effectiveness by having scored 74 goals without conceding any. This final also highlights the talent of the Congolese players and their passion for women’s football. Mazembe’s victory and the progress of women’s football in the DRC offer new opportunities for young players who aspire to shine on the pitch.

The ninth edition of the Francophonie Games will be held in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo from July 28 to August 6, 2023. More than 3,600 athletes and artists from more than 40 member countries of the International Organization of La Francophonie are expected. However, some essential infrastructure is not yet ready, causing uncertainty about the proper organization of the event. Despite this, the director of the national committee of the Francophonie games is confident about the success of the event.

The Democratic Republic of Congo will organize the FATSHI Cup, a football tournament reserved for those under 20, to prepare the Congolese Leopards for the games of the Francophonie. The national coach unveiled a balanced list of 23 players. The tournament, organized by UNIFFAC, will start on July 1, 2021 and the winner will take home US$30,000. This competition will allow young Congolese footballers to get noticed and will strengthen the visibility and influence of the Democratic Republic of Congo internationally.

In 2023, the IX Games of La Francophonie will be held in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The authorities are planning the construction of residences for the athletes in the University of Kinshasa. The competition teams are expected in large numbers with 3,648 athletes and artists registered. The Permanent Council of La Francophonie (CPF) urged the country’s authorities to guarantee the reception conditions and the safety of the athletes, as well as the proper organization of sports and cultural competitions.

The Democratic Republic of Congo will host the 9th Francophone Games from July 28 to August 6, 2023 in Kinshasa. The Permanent Council of La Francophonie welcomed this choice but also expressed concerns about the quality of the accommodation infrastructure and the safety of the participants. However, the organizers ensure that they take all the necessary measures to guarantee the quality of the event. Despite the challenges, the event arouses great enthusiasm in the Francophonie and is an encouraging sign for the future of Congolese youth.