DRC: presentation of the book “Kassav’: from traditions to universality” by Body Ngoy

The Congolese-Canadian author Body Mpotitolu Ngoy proceeded to the presentation, in Kinshasa, of his book “Kassav’: from traditions to universality” in front of the press. Published by Editions du Net a few months ago, this 150-page essay is a return to the sources of inspiration that made the success of the legendary music group Kassav’. … Read more

DRC: presentation of the book “Kassav’: from traditions to universality” by Body Ngoy

The Congolese-Canadian author Body Mpotitolu Ngoy proceeded to the presentation, in Kinshasa, of his book “Kassav’: from traditions to universality” in front of the press. Published by Editions du Net a few months ago, this 150-page essay is a return to the sources of inspiration that made the success of the legendary music group Kassav’. … Read more

The DRC adopts a law on the promotion and protection of the rights of Pygmy peoples

The Senate of the Democratic Republic of Congo took a big step today in recognizing the customary rights of its indigenous population by passing a new law on the promotion and protection of the rights of indigenous Pygmy peoples. This historic law is the very first legislation in the country to officially recognize and protect … Read more