Invest in UCBC Students · Congo Initiative

Every gift invests in a new, transforming generation of leaders pioneering change in their communities. After 10 years, there are now close to 500 UCBC alumni throughout the region and the world sought after by banks, NGOs, businesses, and churches because of the quality of their education and their commitment to community building, justice, hard work, and excellence.

“It was a challenge that became an opportunity and I succeeded because of the preparation at UCBC.”

Linda Musavuli 13'

Linda graduated from AIU with a Masters of Divinity in Missions in 2016 and has returned to Beni with her husband and UCBC alum, Jean Musavuli, to work with the Faculty of Theology and the Center for Church Renewal and Global Mission.

"I believe we need character-driven leaders all over the world to make a positive change."

Francine Nabintu 11'

Francine completed a fellowship at Futures Without Violence in San Francisco where she developed a plan that engages men and women to change gender norms in Congo.

"I am grateful for bing part of those who are bringing a revolution to the education system in our country."

Othy Vithswamba 11'

Othy completed graduate studies in Uganda and returned to UCBC as an Applied Science Instructor.

"We want to provide energy for all people in Beni!"

Aurore Kambanda 13'

Aurore works with Kivu Green Energy (KGE), a solar power and bio-fuel company in Beni. KGE provides and manages renewable energy for the people of North Kivu.

"The best thing about UCBC is the vision, the change it seeks to bring someone, and the hope for a better tomorrow."

Benzema Anguandia 12'

Benzema is currently working for Tearfund in Goma as a program manage. Tearfund is a faith-based non-profit responding to poverty and violence in eastern Congo.

"The UCBC programs feed and nourish us, and this is only possible through Congo Initiative (CI) supporters. Each individual student feels the impact of CI supporters, and it waters the seeds within us."

Nehemiah Babikana 13'

Nehemiah now serves and Communications and Partnership Officer for Congo Initiative's Center for Development and Partnership. / Nehemiah's story

"I feel compassion to care for all the community at UCBC and feel very blessed to participate in the service-learning program."

Kavira Malikidogo 16'

UCBC student / Kavira's story

"In Congo, it is important to have people who studied at a university and know how to use technology. Please support and encourage women to study technology."

Suzanne Busara 12'

Suzanne now works in UCBC's IT department. / Suzanne's story

"I realized my accomplishments in economics was just a gift I needed to use to help others. I felt called to teach, encourage, and help others manage their money in order to come out of poverty. Thank you CI supporters for investing in Congo."

Butoto Mahinduzi 13'

Butoto serves local communities through social entrepreneurship initiatives. / Butoto's story

"Transparency, accountability, a renewed work ethic, and service are all things I learned at UCBC."

Augustin Nobamuzi 11'

Augustin now serves as the Finance Administrator for Congo Initiative's ABC Primary School.

Full UCBC tuition is just $2,200 per year. Students and their families make extraordinary sacrifices to pay a $400 per year (98% of Congo’s annual per capita gross national income). This leaves a balance of $1,800 required to fully fund each student.

For the cost of educating ONE student at a Christian College in the United States, 12 future leaders can be educated at UCBC.

Through UCBC we’re not just educating, we are forming women and men who will respond to the needs of their communities and give hope to Congo’s future. Every gift to the UCBC is an investment in the future leaders of Congo!

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