Africa-Press – Kenya. In a tournament already rich with color and character, one DR Congo supporter has once again captured the imagination of Africa. Known simply as ‘Lumumba’, the fan posed like a statue and did not move for the entire 90 minutes during DR Congo’s match against Botswana, turning the stands into a stage of quiet symbolism.
It was not the first time. In DR Congo’s opening game against Senegal, Lumumba stood motionless throughout the match, deliberately mirroring the statue of the country’s independence leader. The act was striking in its simplicity and powerful in its meaning, blending football support with national history in a way only AFCON seems to allow.
Beyond Lumumba, DR Congo supporters have been a constant source of energy at the tournament. Their creativity, color, and commitment have delivered back-to-back moments that lift the atmosphere and remind everyone that AFCON is as much about the people in the stands as the players on the pitch. Every game feels alive, shaped by stories that go far beyond the scoreline.
This is exactly why the Africa Cup of Nations holds such a special place in the game. AFCON is not just a competition, it is culture, expression, and identity rolled into ninety minutes. From goals to gestures, and from players to fans like Lumumba, the tournament continues to prove why it is loved so deeply across the continent and beyond.
