Kinshasa, March 17th, 2026 (CPA) –The Belgian-Congolese rapper Damso has been impressed on Monday by the architectural gem that is the Cultural and Artistic Centre for Central African Countries (CCAPAC – Grand Tambour) following a guided tour led by the institution’s General Director, according to a press release received on Tuesday by CPA.
“Following a strategic visit to CCAPAC-Grand Tambour, Damso has said he was impressed by the quality of the facilities, praising an architectural gem that meets international standards and is well-suited to hosting large-scale events,” it is read in the CCAPAC press release. According to this cultural institution, the artist’s visit, initiated by the General Director Balufu Bakupa-Kanyinda, forms part of his mission to promote Congolese culture. Damso was shown around the CCAPAC’s main facilities: two theatres with capacities of 800 and 2,000 seats respectively, as well as modern spaces dedicated to dance and music. These facilities aim to provide a professional setting for artists and to strengthen cultural production in Central Africa, particularly in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. “This visit illustrates CCAPAC’s willingness to promote African talent and position Kinshasa as a leading cultural hub in the region,” the document has indicated. William Kalubi Mwamba, known as Damso, is a Belgian-Congolese rapper, songwriter and producer. A leading figure in Francophone rap, he has made a name for himself with hit albums such as ‘Batterie Faible’, ‘Ipséité’ and ‘Lithopédion’. Having come to prominence through his collaboration with Booba, he is recognised for the depth of his lyrics and his influence on the international music scene. ACP/