In memoriam
In remembrance of UNICEF colleagues who touched many lives
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Régine Ndjibu Mudimbi
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear colleague and friend Regine Ndjibu Mudimbi, on 7 November 2023.
Regine joined UNICEF in 2008 as a Programme Assistant in Mbuji-Mayi. In 2012, Regine was assigned to Kinshasa, and in 2018, to Kananga as a Nutrition Officer, a position she held until her passing.
Regine was a professional and diligent colleague, even when she suffered while fighting against illness.
Regine was 52 years old and is survived by her husband and her children Bibi, Kikumbi, Malangu, Regine, Celine and Kiss.
Raphaël Mihari Aluta
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved colleague, Raphaël Mihari Aluta, on 19 November 2022.
A national of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Raphaël joined UNICEF in 2006 as a Logistics Consultant in Mbuji-Mayi. In 2007, Raphaël became a Programme Assistant in Mbuji-Mayi. From 2008 until his passing, he worked as an Education Officer in the Kananga office, where he actively participated in the 2022 annual review of the Programme of Cooperation.
Raphaël is remembered as a colleague with a strong sense of humor who knew how to cultivate love and friendship. He always found ironic words to console a sad colleague and to bring a smile to the face of a stressed colleague. He was called "General" by those close to him, reflecting his position as a senior member of the office.
He was 63 years old and is survived by his wife Adolphine Nyabusi, and six children, Amani, Tcheusi, Makungu, Aluta, Mayaza, and Kabuya.
Christian Nyembwe Mawole
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our friend and colleague Christian Nyembwe Mawole on 21 December 2022.
Christian joined UNICEF in July 2008 as a Programme Assistant in Bandundu. In 2018, Christian was assigned to Mbandaka, and in 2020, he was assigned to Kinshasa as a Programme Associate, a position he held until his passing.
Christian was a golden gift, a great example of a staff member committed to UNICEF's values, a peaceful human being, an exceptional performer, a genuine spirit, very friendly, and always eager to learn and help. He brought a piece of the rainbow to UNICEF DRC.
Christian was 42 years old and is survived by his spouse Ginette Ndaume, and their three children, Honey, Heri, and Hanniel.
Vincent Masumbuko
It is with great sorrow that we inform you that our UNICEF colleague, Vincent Masumbuko, passed away on Monday, 17 August 2020.
Vincent joined UNICEF DRC on 8 September 2008, as a WASH Officer in the Mbandaka Field Office. Prior to joining UNICEF, Vincent worked as a WASH Specialist for the DRC Government, and then went on to humanitarian work with international non-governmental organizations where he had an outstanding track record.
His colleagues who affectionately called him "Papa Vincent" will remember him fondly for his genuine inter-personal relations and his dedication for helping others.
Only a few months away from retirement, Vincent is survived by his bereaved wife Marguerite Lundi, seven children and a grandson.