The Vodacom Foundation, a major player in corporate social responsibility in the Democratic Republic of Congo, recently made an impression by actively participating in a charity evening organized by the ONE LOVE Foundation. This event, which was held on Friday, December 13, 2024 at the marquee of the Pullman Grand Hotel in Kinshasa, aimed to raise funds for the construction of a school for underprivileged boys in the Congolese capital.
At the heart of this initiative, the Vodacom Foundation announced its intention to offer a digital room to this future school, thus being part of an approach resolutely focused on the education and digital inclusion of young Congolese people. Ms. Roliane YULU, Director of the Vodacom Foundation, stressed the crucial importance of access to quality education, supported by modern technologies, to prepare Congolese youth for the challenges of tomorrow.
Furthermore, this mobilization in favor of the education of underprivileged children has also seen the contribution of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In partnership with the Vodacom Foundation, the Church is actively participating in the rehabilitation of schools such as the Bobokoli EP2 School and the Ntemo School, transforming these establishments into true models of educational excellence.
This partnership between the Vodacom Foundation and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints perfectly illustrates the possible synergy between actors from civil society and the private sector, aimed at improving learning conditions and promoting digital inclusion. Together, these two entities are committed to building a better future for Congolese youth, guaranteeing every child equitable access to quality education.
During the charity evening organized by the ONE LOVE Foundation, many influential personalities, philanthropists and volunteers mobilized to support this noble cause. The funds raised will be used not only to build the school, but also to equip the digital room, thus offering students the opportunity to benefit from an education enriched by new technologies, to promote equal opportunities for all.
The President of the ONE LOVE Foundation, Mrs. Maïté KABANGU, stressed the vital importance of education for the sustainable development of Congolese communities. This project represents a real opportunity to improve access to quality education in the Democratic Republic of Congo, thanks to the generosity and solidarity of committed partners such as the Vodacom Foundation and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
By participating in this charity evening, the Vodacom Foundation reaffirms its essential role as a key player in digital education and social inclusion in the Democratic Republic of CongoHis commitment to education and the inclusion of disadvantaged youth demonstrates his desire to actively contribute to building a better future for Congolese youth.