Church aids Catholic school renovation in Congo

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has contributed to the renovation of Primary School Ntemo, a Catholic institution in Kimwenza, Mont-Ngafula, Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. This initiative highlights interfaith cooperation and community support.

The school, established in 1947, was in a state of disrepair with collapsing roofs, destroyed latrines, ruined classroom walls, and no access to drinking water. With contributions from Latter-day Saints worldwide through the Humanitarian Services Department, the school has been revitalized. The donation includes 280 benches, eleven classrooms, and a renovated office. Additionally, six new classrooms and a facility with sixteen mixed latrines have been constructed along with a water borehole. The Vodacom Foundation also contributed by providing thirty laptops and a year of free internet access for the digital room.

During the ceremony on January 22, 2025, gratitude was expressed by students, teachers, parents, and officials. The priest of Sainte Marie de Kimwenza ward began the event with a prayer: "May God bless The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for this donation." Mr. Vincent Madila, Director of Ntemo School stated: "This renovation is a gift from heaven; the entire Ntemo community is overjoyed with this new opportunity."

The renovation represents a fresh start for Ntemo Primary School's students thanks to collaboration between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Vodacom Foundation. Children in Kimwenza now benefit from a safe and modern learning environment.