Fatshimétrie
December 21, 2024 will be remembered in the annals of Congolese history as the day when Prime Minister Judith Suminwa Tuluka made a historic visit to Nkamba, an emblematic place in Central Congo, to meet His Divinity Simon Kimbangu Kiangani, spiritual leader of the Kimbanguist Church. This initiative marks a significant turning point since Judith Suminwa came to power in April 2024.
The Prime Minister’s arrival in Nkamba was marked by a solemn welcome, orchestrated by a high-ranking official delegation, including the Vice-Governor of the province, the President of the Provincial Assembly, as well as key figures from the spiritual leader’s office. The atmosphere was filled with respect and fervor, with a jubilant crowd of Kimbanguist faithful who came to express their support and admiration for the country’s leader.
This visit has a profound symbolic significance, as Nkamba embodies not only a major place of worship for the faithful of the Kimbanguist Church, but also a symbol of unity and spirituality for all the Congolese people. The Kimbanguist Church, through its history and values, occupies a preponderant place in the social and cultural fabric of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Judith Suminwa’s approach to visit Nkamba testifies to the will of the Congolese State to consolidate its relations with the different religious communities, in particular the Kimbanguist Church, in recognition of its historical role and its commitment to peace, unity and social progress.
During her meeting with His Divinity Simon Kimbangu Kiangani, Judith Suminwa reiterated her government’s commitment to work closely with religious leaders to promote the well-being of citizens and consolidate ethical and moral values within the Congolese nation. This approach illustrates the importance of interreligious dialogue and cooperation between the State and religious actors to foster a climate of peace and prosperity in the country.
In conclusion, Judith Suminwa Tuluka’s visit to Nkamba constitutes a significant step towards promoting harmony and mutual respect between State and religious institutions, thus highlighting the need for constructive collaboration to address the current and future challenges of Congolese society.