Catholic Social Teaching vs. the Kenya We Desire

Fr. Mubangizi described the Church's extensive network, reaching from dioceses and parishes to small Christian communities, as a powerful tool for promoting accountability and transparency. He specifically pointed to the Justice and Peace departments within the Church as key players in this effort.

"The church has extensive networks within the state, right from the diocese, through the parish, through small Christian communities and through these institutions and especially the justice and peace departments that the church can promote accountability, transparency but also responsible use of the goods that the state has," he explained. He further noted the Church's communication departments as vital in disseminating this message of responsible governance.

The conference, organized by the Loyola Centre for Media and Communications (LCMC), served as a platform for collaboration among various stakeholders. Fr. Mubangizi expressed his optimism about the potential for this model to be replicated in other African nations struggling with similar challenges.

"This platform I think is like a perfect model that can be replicated in other countries which are facing corruption," he said, suggesting the potential for expansion across Eastern, Southern, and Western Africa. He concluded by expressing his appreciation for the collaborative spirit demonstrated by the participating departments within the Kenyan Catholic Church, the media, and the CJPD. "I appreciate today the fact that departments within the Catholic Church in Kenya, the media and the CJPD who are present in this conference will work together in promoting the Kenya we want."