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Antoine Cardinal Kambanda. / EWTN

Cardinal in Rwanda Appointed to Vatican’s Propaganda Fide

Dec 16, 2020

By Mercy Maina

Rwanda’s Cardinal has been appointed to the Vatican's Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples (CEP), whose members are responsible for coordinating the church’s missionary work.

God “calling us to solidarity” amid COVID-19: South African Bishop in Christmas Message

Dec 16, 2020

By Mercy Maina

The COVID-19 pandemic, which continues to have negative effects on the people of God across the globe, is an avenue that God is using to call His people to solidarity, regardless of socio-cultural, economic and other distinguishing characteristics, a South African Bishop has said.

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Catholic Aid Organization Facilitating Church Marriages for Couples in Ethiopia

Dec 16, 2020

By Agnes Aineah

The Borana people, members of one of the indigenous tribes in the South of Ethiopia, are embracing Catholic Sacraments with the help of a Pontifical charity organization which is at the centre of primary evangelization among the traditionally nomadic group.

Nigerian security operatives during a military operation. / Oluwafemi Dawodu/Shutterstock

Knights of Columbus Praise US Listing of Nigeria as 'Country of Particular Concern'

Dec 16, 2020

By CNA

The Knights of Columbus has praised the United States for listing Nigeria as among the worst countries for religious freedom, and calling renewed attention to the mass killings of Christians in Nigeria.

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Newly Launched Catholic Television in Kenya to Carry EWTN Programs

Dec 15, 2020

By Agnes Aineah

Ukweli TV, Kenya’s newly launched Catholic television under the auspices of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) is set to increase the scope of its programming for the people of God in the East African country by airing EWTN programs.

Fr. Valentine Oluchukwu Ezeagu, a member of the Sons of Mary Mother of Mercy (SMMM) Congregation based in Nigeria’s Umuahia Diocese kidnapped Tuesday, December 15.

Nigerian Religious Cleric Abducted en route to His Father’s Burial

Dec 15, 2020

By Mercy Maina

A Cleric who is a member of a Religious Order in Nigeria was kidnapped by unknown people on Tuesday, December 15 on his way to his father’s burial, the leadership of his Religious Congregation has said.

The Our Lady of Victory Cathedral in Senegal's Kolda Diocese.

Senegal’s Kolda Diocese Announces Creation of Theology School for Laity’s Formation

Dec 15, 2020

By Magdalene Kahiu

The leadership of Senegal’s Diocese of Kolda has announced the creation of a School of Theology aimed at fostering the formation of the Lay faithful in the Diocese that is in the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Dakar. 

Eritrean refugees in Ethiopia.

Cleric Appeals for Safety of Missing Eritreans, Refugees in Ethiopia’s Tigray Region

Dec 15, 2020

By Mercy Maina

An Eritrean Cleric known for his ministry with refugees and migrants crossing from North Africa to Europe is appealing for the safety of arrested people and Eritrean refugees in conflict-ridden Ethiopia’s Tigray region amid reports of disappearance.

A pilgrim from Russia wears a mask and uses hand sanitizer in front of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican March 6, 2020. Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA.

Vatican City to Start Coronavirus Vaccinations in January 2021

Dec 15, 2020

By Courtney Mares

Vatican City will begin to offer coronavirus vaccinations in January, according to the Vatican director of health and hygiene. 

Late Archbishop Tarcisius Gervazio Ziyaye of Malawi’s Lilongwe Archdiocese who died Monday, December 14.

Late Malawian Archbishop Eulogized as “humble, respectful, generous, man of prayer”

Dec 14, 2020

By Magdalene Kahiu

The late Archbishop Tarcisius Gervazio Ziyaye who, until his death Monday, December 14 has been the Local Ordinary of Malawi’s Lilongwe Archdiocese, is being eulogized as a humble, respectful, generous, and prayerful church leader. 

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Bishops of Angola Dedicate Country to St. Joseph, Pray for Peace

Dec 14, 2020

During a time of civil unrest, and taking a cue from Pope Francis, the Catholic bishops of Angola have dedicated their country to the protection of St. Joseph.

Msgr. Philippe Abbo Chen appointed Vicar Apostolic of Chad’s Mongo Vicariate by Pope Francis Monday, December 14, 2020. / Facebook Page Mongo Vicariate.

Pope Francis Appoints Vicar Apostolic for Chad’s Mongo Vicariate

Dec 14, 2020

By Mercy Maina

The Delegate Vicar of Chad’s Mongo Vicariate, Msgr. Philippe Abbo Chen is expected to serve as the Vicar Apostolic of the same Vicariate following his appointment by the Holy Father.

Some 250 vulnerable people initiated into entrepreneurship by COOPI. / COOPI

Hundreds of Somalia’s Vulnerable People Receive Training, Capital from Jesuit-founded NGO

Dec 14, 2020

By Mercy Maina

Hundreds of vulnerable people in Somalia’s Mogadishu Diocese have benefited from entrepreneurship training and business start-up capital from the leadership of Cooperazione Internazionale (COOPI), an Italy-based non-governmental organization (NGO) founded by a Jesuit Cleric.

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama administers the sacrament of confirmation at St. John Mary Vianney Parish in his Archdiocese of Abuja. / Facebook Page Abuja Archdiocese.

Nigerian Archbishop Appeals to “uncharitable” Political Leaders to Embrace Selflessness

Dec 14, 2020

By Agnes Aineah

The life of John the Baptist is an example of immense humility, a Nigerian Prelate has said while calling on people in various leadership positions in Nigeria, including politicians, to embrace selfless service to their followers.

Archbishop Tarcisius Gervazio Ziyaye of Malawi’s Lilongwe Archdiocese who died Monday, December 14.

Malawian Archbishop Who Headed Regional Conference, University, Passes On

Dec 14, 2020

By Magdalene Kahiu

Archbishop Tarcisius Gervazio Ziyaye of Malawi’s Lilongwe Archdiocese has passed on at the age of 71.

Bishop Michael Miabesue Bibi speaking to journalists at the end of Holy Mass to mark the 70th anniversary celebration of the canonical erection of Cameroon’s Buea Diocese. / ACI Africa

Church “a medium of hope for people” amid Anglophone Crisis: Cameroonian Prelate

Dec 13, 2020

By Jude Atemanke and Magdalene Kahiu

The Church has been a source of hope for the people of God in Cameroon amid the protracted Anglophone crisis, a Bishop in the Central African nation has said in an interview with ACI Africa.

Bishops in Mozambique Convene Interreligious Symposium on Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti

Dec 13, 2020

By Samuel Antonio

A symposium focusing on fraternal living that is emphasized in Pope Francis’ most recent Encyclical Letter, Fratelli Tutti brought together Christians from different denominations in Mozambique, Muslims as well as believers from the Hindu community who learnt the importance of living together in harmony.

Bishop Lucas Kalfa Sanou of Burkina Faso’s Banfora Diocese who was among other citizens of the West African nation conferred with Presidential Awards Thursday, December 10. / Facebook Page Diocese of Banfora.

Burkinabé Bishop Receives Presidential Award, Says Church’s Ministry Recognized

Dec 13, 2020

By Jude Atemanke

The Bishop of Burkina Faso’s Banfora Diocese who was among other citizens of the West African nation conferred with Presidential Awards Thursday, December 10 has said that the prize is a recognition of the ministry of the Church among the people of God.

Participants at the training aimed at creating awareness about human rights violations in Mozambique.

Training on Violation of Rights Awareness for Mozambican Dioceses Lauded as Beneficial

Dec 13, 2020

By Samuel Antonio

The training aimed at creating awareness about human rights violation in Mozambique that took place earlier this week has been lauded as beneficial to community members at the grassroots.

Pope John Paul II, pictured in 1992. / L'Osservatore Romano.

St. John Paul II: 1,700 Professors Respond to ‘wave of accusations’ Against Polish Pope

Dec 13, 2020

By CNA

Hundreds of professors have signed an appeal defending St. John Paul II following criticism of the Polish pope in the wake of the McCarrick Report.