About Us

International Women Day, 8th March 2019

Our purpose

The primary purpose of the UMC shall be the advancement of education of those living in the United Kingdom from the Congolese/ M’mbondo community, in particular, but not exclusively through the provision of education, training and workshops on the subject.

Teamwork

The UMC emphasises interpersonal relationships based on love (Lú’úndú), care and mutual respect. In our relationship with the wider community and external organisations, we seek to co-exist in harmony to ensure that any help is tailored to meet the needs of those we serve. We constantly seek better ways of serving the community.

Our Approach

Founded in London since 2002, United Kingdom M’mbondo Community (UMC) is mainly made up by people from FIZI / ITOMBWE territories, eastern of the Democratic Republic of Congo.

UMC offers services and support on issues pertinent to the M’mbondo community in the United Kingdom.

DR Congo Independence Day, 30th June 2019

We have the ability to celebrate each other’s successes, skills and the expertise members bring to the Unity.

Leadership

We celebrate the willingness of the Leadership team to take on board constructive criticism to bring about solutions for the common good of our community.

Vision and Mission statements

The UMC envisions becoming the leader in the development of BaBembe homeland (FIZI-ITOMBWE) and plays the leading role in the peacebuilding and stability in the region. With our motto being: Emo (Unity) – Lú’úndo (Love) – Makéléléshú (Development).

Meet the UMC Team

Would you need more about the United Kingdom M’bondo Community? Simple! Please, discuss with our Executive Committee.

M. Alenge

Chairman

Shall preside over all UMC’s meetings and actively supervise the implementation of UMC’s decisions.

K. Ngolo

Vice-Chair

He shall assist the Chairperson and shall assume the responsibilities of the chairperson in his/her absence.

W.J. Bin

General Secretary

He shall be responsible for the coordination of all activities of the UMC.

A. A. Aoci

Financial Secretary

He shall be responsible for the UMC’s financial records.

M. Mwajuma

Secretary for the Women’s League

She shall be responsible for empowering the development activities of UMC’s women.

M. Mafuta

Treasurer

He shall be responsible for all the monies due to the UMC.

N. Balange

Cultural Secretary

He shall be responsible for the cultural activities of the UMC.

E. Musenga

Social Secretary

He shall be responsible for the social activities of the UMC.

W. Isaka

Publicity Officer

He shall be responsible for the publishing of all the UMC activities.

Next Steps…

If you wish to discuss any aspect, then please feel free to contact us.