The speech of Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo, before the young people of the Catholic Church and that of Mboso Nkodia, are widely commented on by the newspapers published this Monday in Kinshasa.
Addressing the first subject, The Journal announced that the Metropolitan Archbishop of Kinshasa, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo, spoke on Sunday November 24, 2024 to young Catholics
liques of Kinshasa. It was, he continues,
at the Saint Raphaël de Limete parish. This day, explains this daily, coincided with the feast of Christ the King of the universe. This, before revealing that during his speech, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo encouraged young people to walk with Christ.
Also addressing the same subject , The Daily indicated that during his homily, Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo returned to the debate around the constitutional revision in the Democratic Republic of Congo by the regime in place. According to this general information tabloid, the Archbishop of Kinshasa, in a firm tone, criticized this approach, because for him, the priorities of Congolese society are currently elsewhere.
Africanews for his part, took up the archbishop’s questions regarding the importance of revising or changing the constitution.
« Is it the constitutional change that will give you a job after finishing your university studies? Who will allow you to leave Masina and arrive downtown on time? Who will end the traffic jam problems?“, writes the newspaper.
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Advocating for constitutional change
Pour The Winnerafter the rally held at the Vélodrome stadium in Kintambo, the Convention for the Republic and Democracy (CRD), led by Christophe Mboso, continued its plea for change in the Constitution on Sunday, November 24.
For his part, Africanews revealed that during his meeting, the second Vice President of the National Assembly, Christophe Mboso, insisted on the importance of changing the Constitution of the DR Congo.
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2024-11-25 12:13:00
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How does Cardinal Ambongo believe the Church can effectively empower youth in addressing societal challenges in the Democratic Republic of Congo?
**Interview with Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo Besungu: Encouraging Youth and Critiquing Constitutional Revision**
*Interviewer*: Thank you for joining us today, Cardinal Ambongo. Your recent address to the young Catholics of Kinshasa has garnered significant attention. Can you share with us the key message you aimed to convey during your speech?
*Cardinal Ambongo*: Thank you for having me. My primary message to the youth was one of hope and guidance. On the feast of Christ the King, I encouraged young people to walk with Christ in their lives. It is crucial for them to understand that faith can navigate through life’s challenges and lead to fulfilling futures.
*Interviewer*: Alongside your encouragement for spiritual growth, you also spoke about the ongoing discussions regarding constitutional revision in the Democratic Republic of Congo. What are your thoughts on this?
*Cardinal Ambongo*: Yes, I did touch upon this subject. My concern is that the current focus on constitutional changes distracts from pressing social issues affecting our youth today. I argued that the real priorities should be creating jobs, addressing the traffic congestion, and improving public services. These are the challenges that young people face daily, not constitutional amendments.
*Interviewer*: You posed some poignant questions during your address, asking if constitutional revisions would guarantee employment or alleviate urban transport issues. Can you expand on why you are so critical of prioritizing these political changes?
*Cardinal Ambongo*: Precisely! We must ask ourselves whether these changes will solve the current problems plaguing our society. It’s critical that our leaders focus on practical solutions that have immediate benefits for the population. In my view, legislative amendments should not overshadow the everyday realities that affect Congolese citizens, particularly the youth.
*Interviewer*: Your perspective provides a refreshing critique of the political status quo. How do you see the role of the Church in addressing these societal issues?
*Cardinal Ambongo*: The Church has a vital role to play as a moral compass and advocate for the voiceless in society. We must inspire our community to engage in social issues; the Church can provide a platform for dialog where challenges can be openly discussed and solutions sought together. The youth must feel empowered to demand better from their leaders.
*Interviewer*: Thank you, Cardinal Ambongo, for your insights. Your commitment to addressing both spiritual and societal challenges is commendable.
*Cardinal Ambongo*: Thank you for the opportunity to share my thoughts. Let us all continue to work towards a better future for our society, guided by faith and active engagement.
