Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo

FISCO

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Arts & CultureIF Lubumbashi
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration5 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsFISCO stands out for its institutional
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: CDF
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo in IF Lubumbashi

FISCO, the Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo, is an annual spoken-word gathering hosted by the Institut Francais in Lubumbashi, running its fourth edition from 21 to 25 April 2026 under the theme La ville des maux et des mots, the city of ills and words. Free to attend, it brings African and international slam artists onto one stage while running writing and oral-performance workshops in Lubumbashi's neighborhoods and schools.

FISCO, the Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo, has built a track record as an annual fixture at the Institut Francais in Lubumbashi, reaching its fourth edition for the 21 to 25 April 2026 run under the theme La ville des maux et des mots, roughly the city of ills and words, a title that plays on the double meaning of maux and mots in French.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

FISCO stands out for its institutional backing and multi-year continuity: hosted by the Institut Francais in Lubumbashi and now in its fourth edition, it has a level of programming stability rare among Congolese cultural festivals

02

The mystery stays covered

Its theme-driven format, changing each year, gives the festival a literary through-line beyond simple performance nights

03

The city starts moving

The reach into Lubumbashi's neighborhoods and schools through writing and oral-performance workshops extends its footprint well past the Institut Francais campus, and free admission keeps the core stage program accessible to a broad local audience rather than a niche crowd

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

FISCO sits within the broader West and Central African slam poetry movement

Water and renewal

Living ritual

treating spoken word as a living oral tradition updated for contemporary urban life

The sacred route

Living ritual

Its neighborhood and school workshops carry that tradition forward by training new performers directly in Lubumbashi communities rather than confining the practice to a single festival stage

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Use IF Lubumbashi transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.

What to wear

Casual, comfortable clothing works fine for indoor performance spaces; bring a light layer for the Institut Francais's air-conditioned interiors and walkable shoes if you plan to catch a...

Safety

Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo is easier with a small bag, charged phone and group plan that survives poor signal.

Where to stay

Stay near workable transport in IF Lubumbashi, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

CDF

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map2.98 S, 23.82 EOpen in Google Maps

IF Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the

Nearest airportKND — Kindu
TransportUse IF Lubumbashi transport around the venue or route first; event-day controls can change normal timing.
Stay areaStay near workable transport in IF Lubumbashi, especially if the event runs late or streets close.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo?

Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo is listed for Past edition: 21–25 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Festival International de Slam-Poesie du Congo take place?

The festival is listed in IF Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

5 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

IF Lubumbashi, Haut-Katanga, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
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