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In a beautiful article entitled: “Tradition and modernity at work: Rabat, the model that challenges Kinshasa”, the Congolese online media Infos27 believes that the urban planning of the capital of the Kingdom could inspire other African metropolises, notably Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which faces several infrastructural challenges. Here is the article signed Pitshou Mulumba.
Par: Pitshou Pride *
Rabat, a city with timeless charm and assertive ambition, embodies the perfect balance between tradition and modernity. Political and cultural capital of Morocco, it combines with rare elegance its rich historical heritage and its contemporary aspirations. Its carefully designed avenues, its emblematic monuments and its daring development projects make it an exemplary metropolis that attracts the attention of the whole world. Among its symbols, Avenue Mohammed V illustrates ordered modernity, with its government institutions and infrastructure adapted to effective management of urban traffic. A few steps away, the Kasbah des Oudayas and the Medina bear witness to a vibrant past, where each stone tells the glorious history of Morocco. The Mohammed V Mausoleum, a masterpiece of contemporary architecture inspired by tradition, and the Hassan Tower, a vestige of the 12th century, reflect this harmonious cohabitation between eras. This harmony is not only aesthetic: it reflects urban management designed to meet current needs while promoting heritage. The development of the Bouregreg marina, for example, integrates the river into the economic and cultural dynamics of the city, transforming this space into a modern and attractive hub. Such an example should inspire other African metropolises, notably Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which faces several infrastructural challenges. While Kinshasa aspires to more structured urbanization, the example of Rabat proves that harmonious development is possible, even in an African context.
Rabat, the political and cultural capital of Morocco, embodies a unique balance between tradition and modernity. Its neat avenues, historic monuments and urban development projects reflect a clear vision of harmonious development, attracting visitors and investors. Avenue Mohammed V, with its government institutions and its art deco style, symbolizes this cohabitation between history and modern functionality.
Nearby, the Kasbah des Oudayas, the Medina, and the Mohammed V Mausoleum recall a rich past, while projects such as the Bouregreg marina integrate the river into the economic and cultural dynamism of the city.
This ability to mix heritage and innovation is not only aesthetic. It reflects urban management designed to meet contemporary needs while promoting heritage. This exemplary model should inspire other African metropolises, notably Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, facing growing challenges linked to its demographics and urbanization.
Rabat, a source of inspiration for Kinshasa
With a constantly increasing population, Kinshasa faces major challenges in urban management and infrastructure. The example of Rabat shows that thoughtful development can allow a city to combine modernity and respect for its identity.
Rabat has relied on an organized road network and efficient public transport, particularly with its tramway linking Rabat to Salé. Kinshasa could take inspiration from this approach by modernizing its main roads, better regulating its traffic and developing efficient collective transport solutions.
Exploitation of the Congo River
The Bouregreg River, rehabilitated as an economic and recreational axis, is a concrete example of the valorization of urban natural resources. Kinshasa, crossed by the majestic Congo River, could develop modern river infrastructure to relieve congestion on its roads, while creating economic and cultural spaces on its banks.
Ferries, redeveloped quays and riverside activity zones could transform the river into a lever for mobility and development.
Preservation and enhancement of heritage
Rabat has managed to preserve its history while making it accessible and attractive, as evidenced by the Medina and the Hassan Tower. Kinshasa, with its historic buildings and its cultural wealth, also has a heritage to highlight. La Gombe and the entire city center could become poles of tourist and cultural attraction thanks to organized tours and better promotion of emblematic sites, such as the National Museum or the colonial remains.
The Moroccan ambassador to the DRC has always expressed Morocco’s openness to sharing its expertise with the DRC. This could promote a direct and strategic rapprochement between the two capitals, Rabat and Kinshasa. This partnership could accelerate the implementation of integrated and sustainable urban planning in the Congolese capital. Rabat proves that harmonious development is possible, even in an African context, and Kinshasa should follow this path to establish itself as a modern and exemplary metropolis on the continent.
* CEO of the Congolese online media “Infos27”
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