Following the qualification of the Leopards for the 2026 World Cup, reactions are increasing within the political class in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Minister of Sports, Didier Budimbu, reacted strongly by attributing this feat to the President of the Republic, Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo. “It was Félix Tshisekedi who did it. We’re bringing back something historic: it’s been 52 years. None of the past presidents could do it, only he succeeded,” he declared.
Beyond the sporting celebration, the minister also took the opportunity to send a message of political significance, evoking support for a possible third term of the head of state. A position which does not fail to provoke reactions, both politically and in public opinion.
This declaration comes in a context of strong national fervor after this historic qualification, ending more than five decades of waiting for participation in the World Cup.
Between sporting celebration and political issues, this release by Didier Budimbu illustrates the major impact of this feat on the national scene.
