In October 2024, Paris will host a big gathering: the Francophonie Summit! It’s a meeting where leaders from 88 countries come together to talk about the future of the French language and solidarity among nations.
The Francophonie Summit is a very important moment. In 2024, it will take place in Paris and will gather leaders from 88 countries where French is spoken. This represents nearly 300 million people who speak this beautiful language around the world!
Why is this summit so special? Because the Francophonie faces many challenges, such as climate change, conflicts, and new technologies. The leaders will discuss how the Francophonie can play a significant role in helping to solve these problems, like promoting peace and security.
Louise Mushikiwabo, the head of the International Organization of La Francophonie (OIF), says that Francophonie is not just a language but also a space where countries share values and help each other. She wants young people and women to have an important place in this community.
Africa plays a central role in the Francophonie. In a few years, the majority of French speakers will live in Africa, making this continent very important for the future of the French language. Discussions at the summit will focus on topics that particularly affect young people, such as education and access to technology.
The Summit will also be an opportunity to organize exciting events, such as the Festival of Francophonie and FrancoTech, where ideas and innovations will be highlighted. Young people, artists, and entrepreneurs will be able to share their visions for a better world.
