Gérard Mulumba Kalemba facts for kids
Gérard Mulumba Kalemba was an important leader in the Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He was a priest and later became a bishop. He was also known for his family, as his brother and nephew both became presidents of their country.
Early Life and Becoming a Priest
Gérard Mulumba Kalemba was born on July 8, 1937, in a city called Kananga. He grew up there and later decided to dedicate his life to the church. In 1967, he became a Catholic priest. This meant he could lead church services and help people in his community.
His Role as a Bishop
After many years as a priest, Gérard Mulumba Kalemba was chosen to become a bishop. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the Catholic Church. He was in charge of the Mweka area. He served as the bishop of Mweka for a long time, from 1989 until he retired in 2017.
Family and Politics
Gérard Mulumba Kalemba came from a very well-known family in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. His brother, Étienne Tshisekedi, was a very important political figure. Later, his nephew, Félix Tshisekedi, also became the president of the country. This made his family quite famous in the nation's history.
His Passing
Gérard Mulumba Kalemba passed away on April 15, 2020. He was 82 years old. At that time, the world was facing the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic. He died in Kinshasa from COVID-19, which was a new illness spreading around the globe.
