Head of State Felix Antoine Tshisekedi laid the foundation stone for the Kinshasa Cultural Centre on Tuesday, October 15, 2019. This project strengthens the ties of Sino-Congolese cooperation. If the cost of the work is estimated at USD 100 million, the duration of the work is two years. They will be executed by Beijing Urban Construction Group.

The launch of this work follows the signing of two decrees by the Ministers of Urban Planning and Housing and International Cooperation, under the supervision of Prime Minister Sylvestre Ilunkamba.

This laying of the foundation stone by the Head of State is the result of a partnership between the DRC and China.

Tu Wentao, Chargé d’Affaires of the People’s Republic of China, recalled in his speech that in 2015, China announced, at the Forum Summit on China-Africa Cooperation, the construction of five cultural centres in Africa. Among them, the centre for Central Africa is undoubtedly located in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the largest country in the region.

DRC: laying the foundation stone of the Kinshasa Cultural Centre with the support of the Chinese government!

« Congolese society is showing great vitality by implementing major development programmes. At this time, it should not be overlooked that culture and art constitute the primary wealth of a people and a driving force for development, inspiring enthusiasm and creativity in a nation that has long sought socio-economic prosperity, » he said.

If the Congolese people, who never lack artistic imagination, this diplomat maintains that is always proud of his abundant creation. He remains convinced that this Centre, which brings the best wishes of the Chinese people to the Congolese people, will be able to help DR Congo regain its leadership position in the world of African culture and show the whole world the dynamic image of Congolese society.

The Kinshasa Cultural Centre will be one of the largest in Africa and will constitute an innovative source not only for the country’s economy but even more so to restore the DRC’s position as a leader in the world of African culture.

Nadine FULA

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