Ep 1: Bernard Balibuno, Country Director of CAFOD in the Democratic Republic of Congo

In this episode of the Voices of Change podcast, host Celeste Iyinbo chats to Bernard Balibuno, the Country Director of CAFOD in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Bernard provides insights into his role as Country Director and the challenges CAFOD faces in DRC, a country that has been dealing with emergencies, governance issues, and vulnerable communities.Bernard shares the variety of projects CAFOD is working on, from responding to emergencies and supporting vulnerable populations to working on governance and empowering women and young people. He highlights the importance of success stories and how they keep the team motivated amidst the challenges they face.The podcast delves into the impact of climate change in DRC, where farming heavily depends on rainfall, and how the changing weather patterns affect communities. Bernard also discusses the critical role the Catholic Church plays in the country and the significance of Pope Francis' visit to bring hope to the people of DRC.The interview sheds light on the struggles and resilience of the people of DRC, who have faced conflict, displacement, and natural disasters. Bernard calls for support, prayers, and advocacy to address the challenges faced by the vulnerable communities in the country.Our social media profiles:FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubeLinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.