DR Congo. The tightrope walkers of the Congo River
The Wagenya fishermen, custodians of an ancient art, brave the turbulent waters of the great Tshopo River on fragile wooden tripods. But the real danger
Vocation Story. Father Miasik. “This is my path”
Father Miasik Maciel Tomasz, a Polish Comboni missionary, talks to us about his vocational journey and his missionary experience. I come from a Catholic family
Comboni Missionaries in Butembo: “We are a point of reference”
The Comboni missionaries are actively, yet discreetly, involved in supporting displaced persons and war orphans. A key aspect of their work is education, which they
Advocacy & People. Cédric Ouanekpone. Giving dignity to the sick.
His vision as a doctor serving the poor is encouraging many young people to pursue a career in medicine. “Being a doctor also helps change
Oral Literature. The Water Buffalo and the Tiger
A farmer, his plough over his shoulder, led his water buffalo to the field. The mud in the field was soft and sticky, and the
People & Culture/DR Congo. Birth in the Shi tradition
In Shi culture, birth remains one of the most important, joyful, and eagerly awaited events. It brings families together and gives hope, especially to newly
