The Togolese delegation won two medals at the Francophonie Games on Thursday, August 4, 2023, in the cultural domain.
33 Togolese ambassadors, including 14 athletes and 19 talented artists, are participating in the 9th Francophonie Games held in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) from July 28 to August 6. While the efforts in the sports field had not yielded results in the past events, Togo finally managed to shine on Thursday, August 4, 2023.
Indeed, the Kadam Kadam Association surprised everyone by winning the silver medal in the giant puppet contest, captivating the audience with a unique and creative performance. Their talent and creativity were rewarded with this well-deserved distinction.
In the artistic domain, the talented sculptor Kwami Agbetoglo also impressed the judges and spectators with a wooden artwork of unprecedented inspiration. His bronze medal crowns his exceptional talent and dedication to art, honoring the cultural richness of Togo.
These victories demonstrate that culture is an essential pillar of Togolese heritage, deserving international recognition. While the sports competitions have been fiercely contested, it is through artistic expression that Togo has managed to stand out and leave an indelible mark in the history of the Francophonie Games.
As these two medals bring great satisfaction to Togo, the fever of sports competitions continues with three other Togolese athletes aiming for success in their respective events. Fayiza Issaka AbdouKerim will defend the Togolese colors in the women’s triple jump final, Kossi Médard Nayo will strive to shine in the men’s 200m final, and Lauryn Fanyo, the judo flag-bearer in the 78 kg category, will be ready to honor her country.
