The ongoing conflict in eastern Congo is not just a battle fought with weapons but also a media war, where ordinary Congolese citizens are stepping forward to expose and condemn the atrocities occurring in Goma and its surrounding areas.
Social media platforms have become vital tools for advocacy, with citizens and activists alike using their voices to shed light on the suffering and call for justice.
One such voice is Pastor Grace Kutino, the daughter of the late, legendary Congolese peace and liberation activist Pastor Fernando Kutino.
Her recent statement on social media has resonated deeply with the Congolese people, capturing both their anguish and their enduring hope for a brighter future.
Accompanying a photo of Rwandan President Paul Kagame, Pastor Kutino penned a searing message that spoke of accountability and divine justice.
“You will answer to God, the master of time, the one who sees hearts, shadows, and lies. Your name, marked by the seal of blood and tears, will forever resonate as an echo of pain and shame…” she wrote.
Her words carried a prophetic tone, invoking the moral reckoning she believes will come to pass. She continued:
“Those who applaud you today, blinded by illusion, will one day awaken, stunned by your fall. They will see justice, implacable and divine, reveal the chains you have forged for yourself. With your own eyes, you will see the Congo rise again, its chains broken, its wounds healed by hope. And when the hour of judgment comes, neither power nor amassed wealth will save you.”
This powerful message struck a chord with many Congolese citizens who feel abandoned by the international community and betrayed by those in power.
Her statement encapsulates the collective yearning for peace, justice, and the restoration of Congo’s dignity—a sentiment that is fueling both grassroots advocacy and online activism across the country.
Pastor Kutino’s words carry added weight given her lineage.
Her father, Pastor Fernando Kutino, was a prominent figure in the fight for peace in Congo.
His legacy as a liberation activist has inspired countless Congolese to continue the struggle for justice, and Pastor Grace Kutino’s voice now echoes that same commitment to truth and righteousness.
The conflict in eastern Congo has been marked by years of devastating violence, with reports of mass killings, forced displacements, and systematic abuses against civilians.
Much of the unrest has been linked to armed groups vying for control of the region’s rich natural resources.
Critics, including Pastor Kutino, have long accused neighboring Rwanda of backing rebel groups to destabilize the region—a claim Rwanda denies but which remains a point of contention.
As the crisis unfolds, social media has emerged as a battleground in its own right.
Congolese citizens and activists are leveraging the power of digital platforms to document atrocities, amplify their voices, and pressure both regional leaders and the international community to take action.
Pastor Kutino’s viral post is one among many that reflects the growing role of online advocacy in shaping public opinion and mobilizing resistance.
Her call for divine justice resonates deeply with a nation that has suffered decades of conflict and exploitation yet remains resilient in its hope for a brighter future.
It serves as a rallying cry for those who dream of a day when Congo’s wounds will be healed, its chains broken, and its people free to chart their own destiny.
For now, the struggle continues—not just in the hills and forests of eastern Congo but in the hearts, minds, and voices of its people, who refuse to let their pain be silenced.
