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Erection of Bagamoyo Diocese in Jubilee Year Part of Pope Francis’ “special regard” for Tanzania: Apostolic Nuncio

May 6, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The late Pope Francis had a “special regard” for the people of God in Tanzania, which he demonstrated in “promptly” addressing the pastoral and administrative needs of the East African nation, the Apostolic Nuncio in the country has said.

Pope Francis “courageously called us to true ecological conversion”: Senegal’s President on Legacy of Late Pontiff

May 6, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

Senegal’s President has eulogized the late Pope Francis as a champion of ecological responsibility alongside his “unwavering fidelity” to the Gospel message.

Raniero Mancinelli in his workshop on Via Borgo Pio in Rome. / Credit: Almudena Martínez-Bordiú/ACI Prensa

Papal Tailor Has Next Holy Father's Cassock "almost ready" in Three Different Sizes

May 6, 2025

By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú

It’s a busy time at Mancinelli Clergy, the iconic shop that embodies the history and tradition of ecclesiastical tailoring in Rome.

Long tables at the Sistine Chapel await the arrival of cardinals for the conclave to elect the next pope, Tuesday, May 6, 2025. / Credit: Vatican Media

The Sistine Chapel Awaits Arrival of Cardinal Electors to Choose Late Pope Francis' Successor: Photos

May 6, 2025

By Daniel Payne

The proceedings will take place in absolute secrecy, with the prelates largely sequestered from the outside world for as long as the conclave lasts until a new Supreme Pontiff is chosen.

Young Nigerians Urged to Emulate the Blessed Virgin Mary’s Purity and Courage, Pray Holy Rosary Daily in May

May 6, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

Catholic youths in Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja have been urged to participate fully in the planned Archdiocese’s Mariathon, a sacred journey in the month of May dedicated to the Blessed Mother Mary, the Star of the New Evangelization and Queen of Apostles.

Fr. George Omondi, the Parish Priest of St. Austin's Catholic Church Msongari addressing participants in the May 2 golf tournament that was organized to raise funds for the construction of a prayer garden at the Parish. Credit: ACI Africa

Members of Oldest Catholic Parish Inland Kenya “adopt” Parts of Prayer Garden as Construction Begins

May 6, 2025

By Agnes Aineah

The construction of a prayer garden at St. Austin’s Msongari Parish of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has begun, with individuals, groups and families at the Parish “adopting” parts of the garden to fund its completion.

For Centuries, Church Institution in Angola “pillar” in Championing Justice, Education, Health: Catholic Archbishop

May 6, 2025

By João Vissesse

For centuries, Catholic missionaries and devoted Christians have played an important role in Angola’s state of progress as a “pillar” in championing justice and the country’s education and health sectors, Archbishop Zacarias Kamwenho has said.  

Bishop Maurício Agostinho Camuto of the Catholic Diocese of Caxito in Angola greets children at  Our Lady of the Assumption Parish of his Episcopal See. Credit: Radio Ecclesia Angola

Prioritize “children’s schooling” Over Gold Mining: Catholic Bishop in Angola to Parents, Guardians, Government

May 6, 2025

By João Vissesse

Formal education of children should be prioritized in Angola, Bishop Maurício Agostinho Camuto of the country’s Catholic Diocese of Caxito has told parents, guardians, and the government of the Southern African nation.

The Sistine Chapel. / Credit: marcobrivio.photography/Shutterstock

The Sistine Chapel: Renaissance Gem Dazzles Clergy and Laity Alike

May 6, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once again host the conclave.

Priesthood “neither cultural association nor labour union”: Catholic Archbishop to Newly Ordained Priests in Angola

May 6, 2025

By João Vissesse

Priestly ordination and ministry is about participating in the mission of the person of Jesus Christ and therefore distinguished from human associations and other earthly groupings, Archbishop Gabriel Mbilingi of Angola’s Catholic Archdiocese of Lubango has said. 

“Africa urgently needs peace”: RECOWA President at Opening Ceremony of Plenary Assembly in Senegal

May 6, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

The President of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA) has underscored the urgent need for peace and stability in Africa amid reported cases of instability and persistent security challenges across the continent.

Argentine Priest in Angola Recalls His Friendship with Late Pope Francis, Eulogizes Him as “focused, determined”

May 5, 2025

By João Vissesse

Fr. Roberto Moçante, a compatriot of the late Pope Francis, has fond memories of his longtime friendship with the late Pontiff, then 13-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio.

Pastoral Agents in Nigeria Say National Reconciliation “the best way to honour Pope Francis”

May 5, 2025

By Abah Anthony John

Restoring harmony and unity across the West African nation of Nigeria would be “the best way” to show respect to the life and mission of the late Pope Francis, various pastoral agents in the country that is Africa’s most populous nation have told ACI Africa. 

Popemobile used by Pope Francis during his visit to Bethlehem in 2014. | Credit: Caritas.se

Late Pope Francis' Gift of Popemobile to Gaza Converted into Ambulance, Mobile Clinic to Assist Children

May 5, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

Before his death, Pope Francis donated one of his popemobiles to be converted into a mobile clinic to assist children in Gaza, one of the communities hardest hit by the war and humanitarian crisis in the Middle East.

“Horrific, evil attack” on Secretary General of Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops “deeply” Saddening: Conference President

May 5, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The April 30 attack and injury of the Secretary General of the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC), Fr. Charles Kitima, is “deeply” saddening, the leadership of the East African nation’s Conference of Catholic Bishops has said.

Seven Franciscan Capuchins in Nigeria Die in Road Accident, Leadership Appeals for Spiritual Solidarity

May 5, 2025

By Jude Atemanke

Members of the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin (OFM Cap) in Nigeria are appealing for prayers following a road accident that claimed the lives of seven of their brothers and left several others injured.

A member of the Papal Foundation greets Pope Francis with a personalized New Orleans Saints jersey, Friday, April 12, 2024. | Credit: Vatican Media

Papal Foundation’s Annual Grant Distribution to Honor the Legacy of Pope Francis

May 5, 2025

By Madalaine Elhabbal

Following the death of Pope Francis last month, the Papal Foundation’s annual distribution of humanitarian aid will be in memory of the Holy Father’s legacy, the organization said in a press release.

Cardinal Dominique Mamberti celebrates the ninth Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on the third Sunday of Easter, May 4, 2025, at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. / Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

Pope Francis Was "faithful to his mission", Cardinal Hails Late Pontiff for Love at Last Novendiales Mass

May 4, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

The mission of a pope “is love itself, which becomes service to the Church and to all humanity,” Cardinal Dominique Mamberti said in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Late Pope Francis and Africa: The 10 Countries He Visited in Five Pastoral Trips

May 4, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

Since his election in March 2013, Pope Francis prioritized the promotion of peace, an outreach to marginalized communities, including advocacy for the dignity of the poor, migrants, refugees, and the elderly, and the fostering of interfaith dialogue, and social justice, among other values. 

Cardinals participate in the fifth Novendiales Mass for Pope Francis on April 30, 2025, in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican. / Credit: Daniel Ibañez/CNA

How Late Pope Francis Shaped Current College of Cardinals, Creating 108 out of the Expected 133 Electors

May 4, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

Of the 133 cardinals with the right to vote in this conclave, 108 were created by Pope Francis and therefore will be participating in the election of a pontiff for the first time.