Lubumbashi: The Amani Festival Opens with the Promise of Revitalizing the Cultural Promotion Fund

The 11th edition of the Amani Festival began on April 10, 2026, in Lubumbashi, with Prime Minister Judith Suminwa announcing reforms to support artists. The government aims to transform culture into a productive sector, with investments in infrastructure and the revitalization of the Cultural Promotion Fund. The festival is also seen as a tool for social cohesion in a country marked by conflict.