The preparatory activities for the Festival Kintekeparade have been relaunched in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), according to a statement released by the non-profit organization MONYAMA. The festival aims to promote cultural and tourist development in the country. The event is described as a strategy for peaceful coexistence, featuring various artistic disciplines. The festival's goal is to contribute to the country's tourist development and entrepreneurship.
The relaunch of the festival follows a period of pause, during which the organization undertook restructuring and strengthening of local initiatives. This decision was made after the postponement of activities initially planned at the Limete Interchange site. The project's steering committee, which met on September 24, 2026, decided to delay the event at the request of artists, young people, and other stakeholders.
The relaunched Festival Kintekeparade will have the theme "Culture, a vector of peace and well-being for the population." The organization has announced three major innovations for this edition. The event is scheduled to take place in July 2027 in Kinshasa, preceded by an activity called "On the road to Kintekeparade" on March 8, 2027. This activity will be a mini-parade organized at the Limete Interchange.
The festival will focus on cultural cooperation, protection of ecosystems, particularly the Congo River waters, and promotion of sustainable development and agriculture. The organizers also aim to contribute to the professionalization of cultural actors, artistic creativity, and tourism development in the DRC. These efforts are expected to enhance the country's cultural and economic landscape.
According to MONYAMA, the Festival Kintekeparade is not just a festival, but a comprehensive strategy for promoting peaceful coexistence and national development. The event will showcase various artistic disciplines, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of the DRC. By relaunching the festival, the organizers hope to revitalize the country's cultural scene and promote tourism.
The decision to relaunch the festival was made after consultations with various stakeholders, including artists, young people, and local communities. The organizers believe that the festival will have a positive impact on the country's development, particularly in the areas of tourism and entrepreneurship. The event is expected to attract participants from across the country and abroad.
The Festival Kintekeparade is set to take place in July 2027, with a series of activities leading up to the main event. The organizers are working to ensure that the festival is a success, with a focus on promoting cultural exchange, sustainable development, and national unity. The event is expected to contribute to the country's economic growth and cultural development.
Key points
- The Festival Kintekeparade aims to promote cultural and tourist development in the DRC.
- The event will feature various artistic disciplines and focus on sustainable development.
- The festival is scheduled to take place in July 2027 in Kinshasa.
