He studied theology in Brazzaville, Republic of the Congo, and made his first vows as a Spiritan on 5 September 1987.
Subsequently, he undertook studies in social communication at the Salesian Pontifical University in Rome from 2000 until 2003.
[1] Camuto's first pastoral assignment was to the mission at Landana in the Diocese of Cabinda, where he spent four years.
[2] It has received criticism for shedding light on human rights abuses in the country and uncovering mismanagement of public resources.
[2] In spite of a lack of material supplies and a "huge shortage of sources of information",[3] Camuto was able to ensure that the radio station continued to be independent.