The 1st Festival of Africa in Beauharnois was held on August 20, 2022, at Sauvé Park, in the heart of downtown Beauharnois. Organized by IDÉES-AFRIQUE, the Festival participates in the dynamic of building a network between Africa and Quebec, as well as explained by the founder and CEO of the organization, Dr. Raoul TAMEKOU TSOWA. The programming of the event was greatly appreciated by the public, who showed up in large numbers. A dozen African countries were represented on stage and in exhibition booths, through various activities: dances, live performances, crafts, fashion show, cooking, etc. A true celebration of Africa's cultural heritage, the festival also highlighted the desire for inclusion in Quebec society. Hats off to the organizing team and we look forward to the second edition in 2023!