DR Congo

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DR Congo

COUNTRY STATS

$1.90

Of the total population, 73 percent live below $1.90 a day, the international poverty line. 

40%

The rate of women exposed to sexual violence in the DRC is approximated at 40 percent.

43%

It is estimated almost half of children in the Democratic Republic of Congo are malnourished. 

418

The Community of Baptist Churches in Central Africa (CBCA) gained independence in 1964 and has 418 recognized congregations. 

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OVERVIEW

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is the largest country in Sub-Saharan Africa. Past conflict over the country’s rich supply of natural resources immersed the DRC into one of the greatest humanitarian crises in the world; insecurity, disease, and malnutrition continue to burden the Congolese. 

COUNTRY STATS

$1.90

Of the total population, 73 percent live below $1.90 a day, the international poverty line. 

40%

The rate of women exposed to sexual violence in the DRC is approximated at 40 percent.

43%

It is estimated almost half of children in the Democratic Republic of Congo are malnourished. 

418

The Community of Baptist Churches in Central Africa (CBCA) gained independence in 1964 and has 418 recognized congregations. 

    OUR PROJECTS IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO

    1

    Providing resources for food security

    Training and resources are administered to farmers, youth and the vulnerable (through multiple projects) in order to establish sustainable agricultural practices and increase food security. 

    2

    Caring for victims of sexual violence

    Health care, counselling and a skills training are provided for women recovering from traumatic experiences. 

    3

    Building peace in a climate of mistrust

    Arts and sports focused Peace Clubs encourage team building and a safe and positive atmosphere for youth. 

    4

    Training Leaders

    Bible schools in Butembo and Goma help equip leaders to facilitate hope and transformation in communities. 

    5

    Rehabilitating Rwanguba Hospital 

    Adequately equip and repair Rwanguba Hospital, built by missionaries in 1954, to ensure pregnant women and children have access to quality health services in their region. 

    Photo of a Congolese woman in front of water

    FAQ ABOUT OUR WORK

    CBM partners with the Community of Baptist Churches in Central Africa (CBCA) and the Community of Baptist Church in East Congo (CEBCE) to promote integral mission. Our combined efforts meet the needs of individuals and whole communities in the eastern part of the DRC and in other cities such as the capital, Kinshasa.

    Train leaders, improve food security, educate and build peace. 

    Meet CBM international field staff Polisi Kivava Baudouin and Gato Munyamasoko.  Pray with us through Prayerline, produced weekly. Learn more about CBM’s work to fight global poverty. Give to make a lasting impact on the lives of the world’s most vulnerable people today. 

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    The Democratic Republic of Congo 

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