3 Events
09:00 10:00

Participant Registration

Official opening of participant registration.
Access control, identity verification and distribution of accreditations.

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State Protocol

Registration Management

Cultural & Artistic Center
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10:00 11:30

Opening Ceremony and Launch of the Festival

Official launch of the Festival in the presence of national and international authorities. Opening speeches, musical performance, and official photo to mark the event.

Welcome Addresses
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Mr. Daniel Bumba Lubaki

Governor of Kinshasa City

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Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili

Secretary-General, UN Tourism

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H.E. Ms. Yolande Elebe Ma Ndembo

Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage, DR Congo

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H.E. Mr. Didier M'Pambia Musanga

Minister of Tourism, DR Congo

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High-Level Representative

International Organizations

Cultural & Artistic Center
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11:30 18:00

Festival

From traditional to contemporary: live music, DJs, art, fashion, and Congolese flavors set the rhythm of the stage. A true sensory journey to the heart of Congolese culture.

Esplanade of the Palais du Peuple
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11:30 18:00
COCKTAIL & NETWORKING

Sunset Rumba Road Evening

Includes welcome cocktail and cultural and musical performances
A vibrant celebration of the union of cultures and regions of the world through music and tourism. As twilight falls, dive into the passionate universe of Congolese Rumba, with immersive experiences and rhythmic cultural performances.

Central African Cultural & Artistic Center
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10:00 22:00
EXPO

Cultural Village / Exhibition Park

An immersive experience offering participants the opportunity to explore the rich cultural heritage of the Democratic Republic of Congo through an exhibition park featuring interactive stands dedicated to arts, crafts, fashion, and gastronomy. This space will foster exchanges between artisans, creators, and the public, while highlighting the country's musical and culinary traditions.

Central African Cultural & Artistic Center
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