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Kinshasa promises support for Congolese film platform Colywood

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Kinshasa provincial Culture Minister Bob Amisso Yoka Lumbila has promised support for Colywood, a digital platform that distributes and promotes Congolese films. He met its presenter, Jolie Kenda, on 19 October and encouraged creators to promote peace and citizenship, according to Lepotentiel.

Kinshasa’s provincial minister for Youth, Sports and Leisure, Culture and the Arts, Bob Amisso Yoka Lumbila, has promised support for Colywood, a digital platform promoting Congolese cinema. He made the announcement on Tuesday 19 October during a meeting with Jolie Kenda, who presented the application to him, according to Lepotentiel.

Available on the Apple Store and Google Play, Colywood aims to facilitate the distribution of Congolese films and give them greater visibility among the public. Jolie Kenda was accompanied by a delegation that included Gemima Kokonzoni.

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