The New Hope Reconciliation Center (NHRC) brought together more than 50 religious leaders from different communities in Bukavu , South Kivu province from August 7 to 9, 2026, to promote peace, reconciliation and social cohesion.

Held at Muhumba Methodist Church, the three-day initiative featured a capacity-building workshop focusing on the role of the Church in development, conflict resolution and community peacebuilding.

Participants were encouraged to use their influence to promote dialogue, prevent conflicts and strengthen unity among communities.

Speaking at the event, South Kivu Deputy Governor in charge of Development and Finance, Gadi Mukiza, urged religious leaders and communities to play a stronger role in promoting peace, social cohesion and sustainable development

Through this initiative, NHRC reaffirmed its commitment to empowering religious leaders as key actors in building a peaceful and united society in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.