London: PACORU Explores Pathways to Unity and Peace Within the Church

Meeting on Monday, October 19, in London, the national coordinator, Mabs Nkumu, the Vice President, Pastor Claude Mukendi, the spokesperson, Reverend Désiré Kitenge Mbayo, and the Secretary General, Fuasi Josué, brought together the full team of the Congolese Pastoral Fellowship in the United Kingdom (PACORU) for what was considered an essential working session. The meeting focused on exploring ways and means of returning to the organization’s foundations. The central message was clear: the need to continually return to the founding documents and the provisions of PACORU’s original statutes. The mandate of the current team having reached its term after being renewed twice, the time has come to take stock, reflect, and prepare for the future. Taking advantage of the occasion, President Mabs Nkumu delivered a historic and powerful message. His objective was to bring everyone together so that each person could understand the vision and direction of the organization, the common house we all share. It was a moment of dialogue, sincerity, and responsibility. He recalled the journey made since 2014, the challenges overcome, and the prospects for peace and stability within the PACORU family. Beyond the discussions, this meeting conveyed a simple yet profound message: a family that returns to its foundations is a family that grows stronger. Cohesion, prayer, and respect for the governing texts are the keys to lasting peace within this great community. Grâce Kapinga

Literature: Through His Book “Success Is Accessible to Everyone,” Thique Ndamba Offers Young People a Guide to Empowerment

Is success reserved for an elite few? Congolese writer and entrepreneur Thique Ndamba strongly disagrees. Speaking to the press on Tuesday, October 20, at Silikin Village, a venue located in the Ngaliema municipality of Kinshasa, the head of Thique COOPERATION announced the upcoming release of his latest book, entitled “Success Is Accessible to Everyone.” The book is intended to serve as a practical guide to youth empowerment and personal development. Against a socio-economic backdrop in which young Congolese are seeking reliable guidance amid challenges such as unemployment, Thique Ndamba aims to challenge prevailing misconceptions. According to the founder of Thique COOPERATION, success in life is not simply about accumulating academic qualifications or amassing wealth. True success lies first and foremost in self-awareness, discovering one’s calling, and putting one’s talents to work for the benefit of the community. Inspired by stories of resilience and guided by a pragmatic vision of entrepreneurship, the book presents itself as a practical handbook designed to encourage action. The author conveys a powerful message: “Social background does not determine one’s future. Discipline, hard work, and the ability to recognize and develop one’s own potential are what truly make the difference.” The official book launch, scheduled for Saturday, October 24, at the Hilton Hotel, will also feature a significant social-impact initiative: part of the proceeds will be used to fund training for young people in the fundamentals of business creation. The initiative was warmly welcomed by guests and members of the press attending the event at Silikin Village. Through “Success Is Accessible to Everyone,” Thique Ndamba offers far more than just a book. He issues a call to action and delivers a message of hope to an entire generation determined to embrace entrepreneurship and build a better future. Grâce Kapinga

Current Issues: Patrick Muyaya Gives an Update

Speaking about the current situation during an interview on Top Congo FM, Patrick Muyaya, Government Spokesperson, notably stated: «“It is not the new sirens of the father, Rwanda, and the son, M23-New-Look, that can disrupt the framework of the various ongoing peace processes.”» He went on to add: «“Even less so the promise of death made to the Congolese people by Kabila’s eldest son, in the illusion of overthrowing institutions legally established by the people, the sovereign authority.”» Continuing his remarks, the Minister of Communication and Media emphasized: «“Alongside the ongoing process of neutralizing the FDLR, Rwanda must withdraw its troops from the DRC.”» To this end, he stated: «“A new meeting of the Joint Coordination Committee of the DRC–United States Agreement is scheduled to take place in the coming days to review the progress achieved.» «We have notified Belgium of our disapproval regarding the manner in which the searches were conducted,” he concluded.» Patrick LOKONI

Health: 72 Organizations Excluded from the Ebola Response

The Minister of Health, Roger Kamba, announced this on Friday, October 16. Seventy-two (72) out of ninety-seven (97) organizations that failed to account for the use of funds allocated to the fight against Ebola are no longer authorized to operate on the ground without official accreditation. Of the ninety-seven (97) organizations concerned, only twenty-five (25) submitted the required documentation to obtain accreditation. The government is now demanding greater transparency and traceability in the management of funding mobilized for the public health response. Hundreds of millions of dollars are at stake: accountability is becoming a non-negotiable requirement. Patrick LOKONI