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Archbishop Claudio Dalla Zuanna of the Catholic Archdiocese of Beira in Mozambique. Credit: Beira Archdiocese

Pursue Holiness in “simplicity, love in small things”: Catholic Archbishop in Mozambique to Newly Ordained Priest

Aug 19, 2025

By João Vissesse

Archbishop Claudio Dalla Zuanna of the Catholic Archdiocese of Beira in Mozambique has called upon the Deacon he ordained a Priest to pursue holiness in practising the virtues of simplicity and love.

Bishop Víctor Luís Quematcha of the Catholic Diocese of Bafatá in Guinea-Bissau. Credit: Radio Sol Mansi

Let’s Foster Unity, Human Dignity, Faith Practice “as pillars for national renewal”: Bissau-Guinean Catholic Bishop

Aug 19, 2025

By João Vissesse

Bishop Víctor Luís Quematcha of the Catholic Diocese of Bafatá in Guinea-Bissau has urged citizens of the tropical country on West Africa’s Atlantic coast to actively engage in the “national renewal” of their country by fostering unity, human dignity, and faith practice. 

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria's Abuja Archdiocese.Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

“People suffer for truth”: Catholic Archbishop Encourages Nigerians to Remain Faithful amid Persecution

Aug 19, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has called on the people of God in the West African country to remain steadfast in their commitment to Christ, even in the face of opposition, persecution, and societal pressure to engage in evil.

Ms. Ann Kioko. Credit: ACI Africa

Catholic Activists Denounce African Healthcare Group Turning “pharmacies into illegal abortion shops” in Kenya

Aug 19, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

Catholic activists under their umbrella organization CitizenGO Africa, are calling for an end to the activities of IPAS Africa Alliance, a Women’s Reproductive Health and Rights group, which they say is promoting the use of dangerous abortion pills by vulnerable Kenyan girls and women.  

Today, August 19, We Celebrate St. John Eudes

Aug 19, 2025

St. John Eudes was a French missionary and the founder of the Congregation of Our Lady of Charity, and was also the author of the liturgical worship of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. 

Credit: ACI Africa

Ensure Church Voice is “clear and compassionate”: Bishop at Launch of AMECEA Communication Policy, App

Aug 18, 2025

By Agnes Aineah

The 10-year communication policy unveiled by the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) needs to shape Catholic communicators in the region into better professionals, who communicate with clarity and compassion, the Chairman of the Commission for Social Communications of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) has said.

Sr. Margaret Wahungu. Credit: ACI Africa

Religious Life “not about personal ambition”: Assumption Sisters of Nairobi Superior Cautions against Disobedience

Aug 18, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

In joining Religious Life, members surrender the strong desire to achieve personal goals and in line with the vow of obedience, switch to the will of God, operating in an expanded horizon that involves prioritizing the needs of their respective Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life (ICLSAL), a Superior General in Kenya has said.

17 Soldiers Dead after Clash in South Sudanese Diocese, Bishop on Pastoral Visit Recalls Panic, Appeals for “reason”

Aug 18, 2025

By Charles Muchiri

The August 16 clash between forces of Sudan People's Liberation Movement-in-Opposition (SPLM-IO) and their counterparts under the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF), also known as the anti-governmental forces (AGF), in the areas of Lasu and Libogo in Central Equatoria State resulted in the death of at least 17 soldiers and caused disruption.

Sr. Alessandra Smerilli. Credit: Sr. Agnes Njeri/Hilton Foundation

“We are learning from Africa”: Vatican Official Lauds Church in Africa’s Conservation, Human Dignity Initiatives

Aug 18, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The Secretary of the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development (PIHD) has lauded the Church in Africa for spearheading initiatives towards conservation and human dignity.

Archbishop Guy de Kirimel of Toulouse, France. / Credit: Photo courtesy of Diocese of Toulouse

Catholic Archbishop in France Rescinds Appointment of Priest Convicted of Rape, Asks for Forgiveness

Aug 18, 2025

By Walter Sanchez Silva

Archbishop Guy de Kirimel of Toulouse, France, has reversed his decision to appoint as chancellor of the archdiocese a priest convicted of rape.

Mandeville Diocese in Jamaica Lauds Service of Assumption Sisters of Nairobi at Profession, Anniversaries Celebrations

Aug 18, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

The Bishop of Jamaica’s Catholic Diocese of Mandeville has thanked members of the Assumption Sisters of Nairobi (ASN) in Kenya for their over two decades of service in the Jamaican Diocese.

Today, August 18, We Celebrate St. Helena

Aug 18, 2025

Not much is known about Saint Helena but it is probable that she was born in the middle of the third century in Asia Minor. She worked as a stable maid as a young woman, according to Saint Anselm.  

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Let’s Prevent AI “from creating a system of domination”: Vatican Official at Congress of Catholic Journalists in Africa

Aug 17, 2025

By Silas Isenjia

The Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Communication has called for the regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and invited participants in the Union of the African Catholic Press (UCAP) Congress taking place in Ghana’s capital city, Accra, to work towards having AI at the service of human values.

UK-Based Christian Rights Group Calls for Immediate Return of 16 Children Seized from Nigerian Orphanage

Aug 17, 2025

By Sabrine Amboka

Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW), a UK-based human rights foundation, has called on the Nigerian government to release all 16 children who were taken from Du Merci Centre in Nigeria’s Kano State some five years ago.

Credit: Sr. Agnes Njeri

Human Trafficking “a deep concern” for the Church in Africa: Talitha Kum Zimbabwe

Aug 17, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The challenge of human trafficking violates human dignity and is a major hindrance to the Church’s mission of defending the vulnerable, the National Coordinator of Talitha Kum Network in Zimbabwe has said.

Credit: Wilfred Lawrence D’Souza, Salesian Cooperator, AOS
Communication Officer, Council 145, Knights of Marshall

New Leaders of Knights and Ladies of Marshall in Liberia Urged to “lead with generosity, spiritual responsibility”

Aug 17, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

The new leadership of the Knights and Ladies of Marshall in Liberia has been urged to approach their roles with generosity and spiritual responsibility.

Pope Leo XIV preaches at the historic Rotonda church in Albano, Aug. 17, 2025. / Vatican media screenshot

Pope Leo XIV: Bear Christ’s "fire of love" to Spread Peace Throughout the World

Aug 17, 2025

By Kristina Millare

According to Pope Leo XIV, the “poverty of Christ” enables Christians to reflect deeper on its value in their own lives and communities.

Today, August 17, We Celebrate St. Hyacinth

Aug 17, 2025

St. Hyacinth was one of the first members of the Dominicans (the Order of Preachers) and the "apostle of the North", and is also called the "Apostle of Poland."

Sr. Teresia Ndeto (right) at the Assumption Sisters of Nairobi Uzima Centre in Nairobi Archdiocese on 15 August 2025, when she celebrated 60 Years of Religious Life. On her right, her sister, Immaculate. Credit: ACI Africa

“She has been a great support”: Assumption of Nairobi Sister on Sibling’s Role in Her 60 Years of Religious Life

Aug 17, 2025

By ACI Africa Staff

Sr. Teresia Ndeto of the Assumption Sisters of Nairobi (ASN) has acknowledged with appreciation the support she has received from her younger sister, Immaculate, during her 60 years of Religious Life.

Bishop Sithembele Anton Sipuka. Credit: SACBC

G20 Interfaith Forum: South African Bishop Urges Faith Leaders to Focus on Pastoral Engagement, Shun Political Comfort

Aug 16, 2025

By Nicholas Waigwa

The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Umtata in South Africa has cautioned faith leaders against excessive alignment with political power, calling on them instead to devote themselves to pastoral engagement.