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APRIL NEWSLETTER

Apr 29, 2025
A Lifeline Since the beginning of the year, our community in Congo has adapted to the difficult realities shaped by escalating conflict and heightened insecurity. Daily life in Beni has been periodically interrupted but UCBC’s resilient staff and students move forward even amidst tension and fear.  While there are signs of a potential peace agreement, […]

APRIL NEWSLETTER

April 29, 2025 by Meredith Benson

A Lifeline Since the beginning of the year, our community in Congo has adapted to the difficult realities shaped by escalating conflict and heightened insecurity. Daily life in Beni has been periodically interrupted but UCBC’s resilient staff and students move forward even amidst tension and fear.  While there are signs of a potential peace agreement, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News, Newsletter

MARCH NEWSLETTER

Mar 31, 2025
WE REMAIN STEADFAST As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we honor the hope and resiliency of women around the world, and especially in DRC. Our staff members, students, and community beneficiaries continue to press on – working, learning, and living everyday in hope of a brighter, more flourishing Congo. Despite the current situation, we […]

MARCH NEWSLETTER

March 31, 2025 by Meredith Benson

WE REMAIN STEADFAST As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we honor the hope and resiliency of women around the world, and especially in DRC. Our staff members, students, and community beneficiaries continue to press on – working, learning, and living everyday in hope of a brighter, more flourishing Congo. Despite the current situation, we […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News, Newsletter

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Feb 28, 2025
A TIME LIKE THIS In the early 2000s, as nine nations fought over Congo’s vast resources in a war that would cost more than 4 million lives, a group of Congolese leaders gathered in Beni. Gunfire echoed in the distance, yet they prayed and asked hard questions: Where has the Church been amidst all this? Where is the leadership that […]

FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

February 28, 2025 by Meredith Benson

A TIME LIKE THIS In the early 2000s, as nine nations fought over Congo’s vast resources in a war that would cost more than 4 million lives, a group of Congolese leaders gathered in Beni. Gunfire echoed in the distance, yet they prayed and asked hard questions: Where has the Church been amidst all this? Where is the leadership that […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News, Newsletter

Honoring and Celebrating a Life of Service and Leadership

Nov 15, 2024
Announcing President EmeritusRev. Dr. David Musiande Kasali If there is a Scripture that captures the life of David Kasali it is this: Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the […]

Honoring and Celebrating a Life of Service and Leadership

November 15, 2024 by Meredith Benson

Announcing President EmeritusRev. Dr. David Musiande Kasali If there is a Scripture that captures the life of David Kasali it is this: Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

NEWS AND UPDATES

Jan 10, 2019
One of the primary ways we share news and updates online is on our Facebook page. But, we understand not everyone uses Facebook and therefore we wanted to provide an easy way to stay updated. Therefore, we are pleased to share our News and Updates via Facebook Feed on this post. ... Read More →

NEWS AND UPDATES

January 10, 2019 by Justin Hubbard

One of the primary ways we share news and updates online is on our Facebook page. But, we understand not everyone uses Facebook and therefore we wanted to provide an easy way to stay updated. Therefore, we are pleased to share our News and Updates via Facebook Feed on this post. … Read More →

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

A Christmas Note

Dec 24, 2018
Dear Friends of Congo Initiative, As you gather with family and friends this week, Kaswera and I want to take the opportunity to wish you a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year. As a community united in Christ, we celebrate together the birth of Emmanuel – God with us. This year, however, we express our Christmas […]

A Christmas Note

December 24, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

Dear Friends of Congo Initiative, As you gather with family and friends this week, Kaswera and I want to take the opportunity to wish you a blessed Christmas and Happy New Year. As a community united in Christ, we celebrate together the birth of Emmanuel – God with us. This year, however, we express our Christmas […]

Filed Under: Latest News

A New Space, Same Vision

Nov 25, 2018
After a long day coordinating renovations at UCBC’s new “city campus,” UCBC alum and current Work Program Coordinator, Stephen Salama, congratulated close to 100 UCBC students and staff who participated in the special work program last weekend. He ended the day by sharing images of what they accomplished and left them with this message: “Together […]

A New Space, Same Vision

November 25, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

After a long day coordinating renovations at UCBC’s new “city campus,” UCBC alum and current Work Program Coordinator, Stephen Salama, congratulated close to 100 UCBC students and staff who participated in the special work program last weekend. He ended the day by sharing images of what they accomplished and left them with this message: “Together […]

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“A mother to all” – Honoring Maman Marie Kercan

Sep 27, 2018
The last couples weeks have been incredibly difficult for the Congo Initiative community. We lost two beloved members – UCBC staff member, Maman Marie Kercan and CI-USA board member, Dr. W. Howard Brown. On Wednesday, September 19, Maman Marie passed away unexpectedly in Beni. She was a core member of UCBC’s finance office for many […]

“A mother to all” – Honoring Maman Marie Kercan

September 27, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

The last couples weeks have been incredibly difficult for the Congo Initiative community. We lost two beloved members – UCBC staff member, Maman Marie Kercan and CI-USA board member, Dr. W. Howard Brown. On Wednesday, September 19, Maman Marie passed away unexpectedly in Beni. She was a core member of UCBC’s finance office for many […]

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Why I send my children to ABC Primary School

Aug 30, 2018


Why I send my children to ABC Primary School

August 30, 2018 by Justin Hubbard



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THE VOICE OF TRANSFORMATION

Jun 14, 2018
Radio Télé Bilingue (RTB 102.5MGH) is the radio station associated with UCBC and serves to be the "Voice of Transformation” for the Beni territory. The goal of RTB is to amplify the vision of a transformed Congo and edify daily listeners through music, prayer, and messages.... Read More →

THE VOICE OF TRANSFORMATION

June 14, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

Radio Télé Bilingue (RTB 102.5MGH) is the radio station associated with UCBC and serves to be the “Voice of Transformation” for the Beni territory. The goal of RTB is to amplify the vision of a transformed Congo and edify daily listeners through music, prayer, and messages…. Read More →

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

CURRENT OPENING: GENERAL DIRECTOR, ABC PRIMARY SCHOOL

Mar 2, 2018
A flourishing Congo starts with its children. Académie Bilingue du Congo (ABC) is seeking an impact-oriented director with a passion for the growth of this young school. The General Director of ABC oversees early childhood and primary education, envisioning the development and realization of the school’s mission. The Director serves as the key instructional coordinator, […]

CURRENT OPENING: GENERAL DIRECTOR, ABC PRIMARY SCHOOL

March 2, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

A flourishing Congo starts with its children. Académie Bilingue du Congo (ABC) is seeking an impact-oriented director with a passion for the growth of this young school. The General Director of ABC oversees early childhood and primary education, envisioning the development and realization of the school’s mission. The Director serves as the key instructional coordinator, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Job Position, Latest News

2017 ANNUAL REPORT

Feb 19, 2018
From celebrating over 500 alumni and the 10-year anniversary of our main institution--l'Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC)--to influencing land reform policy, to providing counseling for those deeply wounded by trauma and violence, our transformative community continues to be a beacon of hope amidst challenging times.... Read More →

2017 ANNUAL REPORT

February 19, 2018 by Justin Hubbard

From celebrating over 500 alumni and the 10-year anniversary of our main institution–l’Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC)–to influencing land reform policy, to providing counseling for those deeply wounded by trauma and violence, our transformative community continues to be a beacon of hope amidst challenging times…. Read More →

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News, Testimonials

The Paul Robinson Scholarship Fund

Dec 27, 2017
Dr. Paul Robinson has a lifelong connection to the Democratic Republic of Congo, having been born and raised there until, at the age of 8, he became a refugee with his family. For most of his adult life, Paul has carried a very deep sense that God would one day bring his path full circle […]

The Paul Robinson Scholarship Fund

December 27, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

Dr. Paul Robinson has a lifelong connection to the Democratic Republic of Congo, having been born and raised there until, at the age of 8, he became a refugee with his family. For most of his adult life, Paul has carried a very deep sense that God would one day bring his path full circle […]

Filed Under: Latest News

WAKISHA LAUNCHES EMERGING ENTREPRENEURS PROGRAM

Aug 29, 2017
When you hear the term “startup” you may think of tech hubs like San Francisco, or perhaps the new investment opportunities in startups listed by Forbes and other business platforms. However, in eastern Congo, young entrepreneurs are not only competing to launch their own businesses, but also to create positive change and development in their communities. […]

WAKISHA LAUNCHES EMERGING ENTREPRENEURS PROGRAM

August 29, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

When you hear the term “startup” you may think of tech hubs like San Francisco, or perhaps the new investment opportunities in startups listed by Forbes and other business platforms. However, in eastern Congo, young entrepreneurs are not only competing to launch their own businesses, but also to create positive change and development in their communities. […]

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THE CELEBRATION PHOTO GALLERY

Aug 23, 2017
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THE CELEBRATION PHOTO GALLERY

August 23, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

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PHOTO GALLERY: 10 YEARS

Jul 26, 2017
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PHOTO GALLERY: 10 YEARS

July 26, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

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Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

CREATING SPACE FOR RECONCILIATION

May 1, 2017
On April 5th, during Congo Initiative’s International Justice Conference, Ugandan law professor Dr. Daniel Rhuweza was presenting justice challenges he faces in his country. Half-way through his presentation, he suddenly paused, stepped away from the podium, and dropped to his knees, head bowed. Overcome with emotion, he began to ask the audience of Congolese lawyers […]

CREATING SPACE FOR RECONCILIATION

May 1, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

On April 5th, during Congo Initiative’s International Justice Conference, Ugandan law professor Dr. Daniel Rhuweza was presenting justice challenges he faces in his country. Half-way through his presentation, he suddenly paused, stepped away from the podium, and dropped to his knees, head bowed. Overcome with emotion, he began to ask the audience of Congolese lawyers […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

UCBC plays critical role in supporting land reform in Congo

Mar 9, 2017
On February 4, 2017, UN-Habitat/Global Land Tools Network (GLTN) in partnership with l’Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC) and the North Kivu government, officially launched a project to support the land administration in the implementation of land reform programs in Beni and other areas of eastern Congo. The project aims to support land dispute resolution by […]

UCBC plays critical role in supporting land reform in Congo

March 9, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

On February 4, 2017, UN-Habitat/Global Land Tools Network (GLTN) in partnership with l’Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC) and the North Kivu government, officially launched a project to support the land administration in the implementation of land reform programs in Beni and other areas of eastern Congo. The project aims to support land dispute resolution by […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

Changing the image of youth in Congo

Jan 26, 2017
Gathering in UCBC’s new Hope Chapel Tent, 700 youth met to discuss, share, and reimagine their identities as young Congolese. A two-day conference put on by the Center for Church Renewal and Global Mission (CCRGM) focused on encouraging youth as the hope for Congolese social change now and in the future. Congolese youth are often […]

Changing the image of youth in Congo

January 26, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

Gathering in UCBC’s new Hope Chapel Tent, 700 youth met to discuss, share, and reimagine their identities as young Congolese. A two-day conference put on by the Center for Church Renewal and Global Mission (CCRGM) focused on encouraging youth as the hope for Congolese social change now and in the future. Congolese youth are often […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

Becoming Instruments of Healing and Restoration

Jan 5, 2017
The new Bethesda Counseling Center recently held a two-day seminar for local church leaders. Focusing on the theme, “We are God’s instruments for healing and restoration,” the goals were to encourage and offer spiritual and psychological support to church leaders serving in communities facing trauma, and to open dialogue on creating safe spaces to listen to, […]

Becoming Instruments of Healing and Restoration

January 5, 2017 by Justin Hubbard

The new Bethesda Counseling Center recently held a two-day seminar for local church leaders. Focusing on the theme, “We are God’s instruments for healing and restoration,” the goals were to encourage and offer spiritual and psychological support to church leaders serving in communities facing trauma, and to open dialogue on creating safe spaces to listen to, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

UCBC DEDICATES HOPE CHAPEL

Dec 9, 2016
On Wednesday, November 30th, UCBC organized and dedicated Hope Chapel, the newest edition to the campus. This outdoor tent will hold up to 800 people and serve the community as a gathering and chapel space until the completion of the University Chapel and Community Center. Apart from UCBC students and staff members, local organizations, churches, business […]

UCBC DEDICATES HOPE CHAPEL

December 9, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

On Wednesday, November 30th, UCBC organized and dedicated Hope Chapel, the newest edition to the campus. This outdoor tent will hold up to 800 people and serve the community as a gathering and chapel space until the completion of the University Chapel and Community Center. Apart from UCBC students and staff members, local organizations, churches, business […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

THE GIFT OF BOOKS

Oct 25, 2016
Written above the lobby of the Université Chrétienne Bilingue Du Congo’s (UCBC) library is the famous quote by Nelson Mandela, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” A powerful reminder of education’s important role promoting peace and the common good. Education comes in various forms, but books have always […]

THE GIFT OF BOOKS

October 25, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

Written above the lobby of the Université Chrétienne Bilingue Du Congo’s (UCBC) library is the famous quote by Nelson Mandela, “Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world.” A powerful reminder of education’s important role promoting peace and the common good. Education comes in various forms, but books have always […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

UCBC opens Bethesda Counseling Center

Oct 11, 2016
In answer to needs seen throughout the region of Beni, in North Kivu, people representing various sectors of the town of Beni came to witness the launching of Bethesda Counseling Center. Approximately 125 people were present on Friday, October 7, 2016, to witness the start of UCBC’s Bethesda Counseling Center in Beni. Not only were […]

UCBC opens Bethesda Counseling Center

October 11, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

In answer to needs seen throughout the region of Beni, in North Kivu, people representing various sectors of the town of Beni came to witness the launching of Bethesda Counseling Center. Approximately 125 people were present on Friday, October 7, 2016, to witness the start of UCBC’s Bethesda Counseling Center in Beni. Not only were […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

UCBC campus is changing!

Sep 2, 2016
Construction work on our visionary University Chapel and Community Center continues and we just completed four new classrooms, each with a potential capacity of 90 students. ... Read More →

UCBC campus is changing!

September 2, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

Construction work on our visionary University Chapel and Community Center continues and we just completed four new classrooms, each with a potential capacity of 90 students. … Read More →

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In Pictures: 2016 UCBC Graduation

Aug 9, 2016
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In Pictures: 2016 UCBC Graduation

August 9, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

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UCBC encourages candidates as they prepare for Examen d’Etat – National Diploma

Jul 6, 2016
Many of us are familiar with the anxieties that come with passing a major exam, particularly one that determines eligibility to attend an institution of higher education. In the United States, college entry exams like SAT and ACT play this role. In Congo, thousands of secondary school students take a similar exam called the Examen […]

UCBC encourages candidates as they prepare for Examen d’Etat – National Diploma

July 6, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

Many of us are familiar with the anxieties that come with passing a major exam, particularly one that determines eligibility to attend an institution of higher education. In the United States, college entry exams like SAT and ACT play this role. In Congo, thousands of secondary school students take a similar exam called the Examen […]

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

Promoting Creation Care at UCBC

Jun 14, 2016
In a study released by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), researchers indicate Congo’s rich natural resources could make the nation ” a powerhouse for African development.” However, there is a caveat, “provided multiple pressures on its natural resources are urgently addressed.” Since its beginnings, the UCBC community has been aware of this reality, developing programs […]

Promoting Creation Care at UCBC

June 14, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

In a study released by the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP), researchers indicate Congo’s rich natural resources could make the nation ” a powerhouse for African development.” However, there is a caveat, “provided multiple pressures on its natural resources are urgently addressed.” Since its beginnings, the UCBC community has been aware of this reality, developing programs […]

Filed Under: Blog, Creation Care, Latest News

In Mangina, change is real!

Apr 26, 2016
“Change for me is no longer a dream,” says Kavugho Mulenze, a confident, 52 year-old mother of 7 living in Mangodomu, a small village in the town of Mangina, located 30 Km west of Beni. Kavugho narrates energetically how she grew from a simple farmer, constantly worried about the survival of her family, into an […]

In Mangina, change is real!

April 26, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

“Change for me is no longer a dream,” says Kavugho Mulenze, a confident, 52 year-old mother of 7 living in Mangodomu, a small village in the town of Mangina, located 30 Km west of Beni. Kavugho narrates energetically how she grew from a simple farmer, constantly worried about the survival of her family, into an […]

Filed Under: Agribusiness, Blog, Latest News

Women rise up during International Women’s Day celebration

Apr 14, 2016
Women's Voices plays a crucial role in bringing discussions on gender equality and discrimination into conversation on UCBC's campus and beyond.... Read More →

Women rise up during International Women’s Day celebration

April 14, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

Women’s Voices plays a crucial role in bringing discussions on gender equality and discrimination into conversation on UCBC’s campus and beyond…. Read More →

Filed Under: Blog, Latest News

Solar power revolutionizes UCBC library, benefits the wider community

Mar 9, 2016
Solar power has transformed the way we work, study, and worship at the UCBC campus. One of the areas most impacted is the library. Before solar energy, UCBC’s diesel generator was only capable of powering 4 or 5 computers, while the other 33 in the library lab sat unused. The power supply was also inconsistent […]

Solar power revolutionizes UCBC library, benefits the wider community

March 9, 2016 by Justin Hubbard

Solar power has transformed the way we work, study, and worship at the UCBC campus. One of the areas most impacted is the library. Before solar energy, UCBC’s diesel generator was only capable of powering 4 or 5 computers, while the other 33 in the library lab sat unused. The power supply was also inconsistent […]

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Dr. Margaret Mwenda’s Commencement Address

Sep 10, 2015
Today, as you graduate and step out of UCBC to serve and transform your respective communities and the Democratic Republic of Congo at large, I want to remind you that you have been “Called to Hope and Action in the Context of Challenges.” The question I pose to you today is... Read More →

Dr. Margaret Mwenda’s Commencement Address

September 10, 2015 by Justin Hubbard

Today, as you graduate and step out of UCBC to serve and transform your respective communities and the Democratic Republic of Congo at large, I want to remind you that you have been “Called to Hope and Action in the Context of Challenges.” The question I pose to you today is… Read More →

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Dr. David Kasali Awarded 2014 Scholar Leader Of The Year

Feb 24, 2015
Congo Initiative Founder and President of the Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC / Christian Bilingual University of Congo) Dr. David M. Kasali has been awarded Scholar Leader of the Year for 2014 by ScholarLeaders International. ... Read More →

Dr. David Kasali Awarded 2014 Scholar Leader Of The Year

February 24, 2015 by Justin Hubbard

Congo Initiative Founder and President of the Université Chrétienne Bilingue du Congo (UCBC / Christian Bilingual University of Congo) Dr. David M. Kasali has been awarded Scholar Leader of the Year for 2014 by ScholarLeaders International. … Read More →

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