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Over 100 Christians Killed in Nigeria, 120 Abducted in 76 Days: Intersociety Report

Oct 27, 2025

A new report by the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) covering the period between August 10 and October 26 has revealed that in just the 76 days, over 100 Christians in Nigeria were killed, and 120 others kidnapped by jihadist groups.

Caritas Freetown is constructing a residence to rehabilitate young girls adducted to kush drug. Credit: Caritas Freetown

In Extensive Campaign, Caritas Freetown Constructs Rehab Centre for Underage Girls Addicted to Killer Drug “kush”

Oct 27, 2025

Young girls under the age of 14 who are addicted to the killer drug “kush” in Sierra Leone will find help in an ongoing campaign by Caritas Freetown to address the rampant use of the substance, which has been officially classified by authorities in the country as  a national epidemic.

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Salesian Leaders in Africa Chart New Path for “sustainability of formation, effective animation” at Meeting in Ethiopia

Oct 27, 2025

In a gathering aimed at charting a new path for formation of members, leaders of the Religious Institute of Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) from across Africa met in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa of Malawi’s Catholic Archdiocese of Blantyre. Credit: ACI Africa

“Continue to be prophetic, voice of the voiceless”, Archbishop Urges Malawi’s Church Leaders in Post Election Reflection

Oct 27, 2025

The Archbishop of Malawi’s Catholic Archdiocese of Blantyre has underscored the essential role of Church leaders in guiding and forming the moral conscience of the people of God, especially during general elections.

Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa. Credit: Virginia Kabugu/Nairobi

Vocations Boom in Malawi is a Blessing and “heavy responsibility”: Commission for Seminaries Chairman

Oct 25, 2025

The Chairman of the Commission for Seminaries at the Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB) has described the increase in priestly and religious vocations across the southeastern African nation as both a “blessing” and a “heavy responsibility” for the local Church.

Bishop Thulani Victor Mbuyisa at the G20 Presidency Summit in South Africa. Credit: South African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC)

South Africa’s G20 Presidency: Catholic Bishop Calls for Inclusive Systems for World’s Vulnerable Populations

Oct 25, 2025

The chairperson of the Social Action Department at the South African Catholic Bishops' Conference (SACBC) has appealed to global leaders to take bold, tangible actions that promote justice, equity, and inclusion for the world’s most vulnerable populations during the ongoing Group of Twenty (G20) Presidency in South Africa.

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Delegates Commit to Uphold “highest” Safeguarding Standards in Seminaries at AMECEA Conference

Oct 24, 2025

Delegates at the just-concluded conference on safeguarding in seminaries that was organized by the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) have committed to ensuring that Seminaries in the region uphold the highest standards of safeguarding.

Mother Natália Miguel Pereira (left) and Sr. Albertina Venancia Chikumbo (right). Credit; ACI Africa

Catholic Sisters in Angola Reflect on Life, Legacy of Recently Canonized Members in Rome

Oct 24, 2025

Catholic Sisters in Angola have joined the universal Church in celebrating the canonization of members of their Congregations, who were canonized on October 19 by Pope Leo XIV in Rome, reflecting on their legacy of faith, courage, and service to humanity.

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Congo Brazzaville Catholic Bishops Encourage Youth Formation to Build a Just, Peaceful Society

Oct 24, 2025

Catholic Bishops in the Republic of the Congo (Congo Brazzaville) have called for renewed evangelization, moral integrity, and active social engagement among young people and all members of the Church. 

Fr. Eric Norbert Abékan (left) and Marc Aka Krou (right). Credit: CECCI

Catholic Entities in Ivory Coast Call for Non-Violence Ahead of October 25 Presidential Election

Oct 24, 2025

The Episcopal Commission for Justice, Peace, and the Environment in Ivory Coast and the National Laity Council are urging young people to reject violence and become agents of peace ahead of the country’s October 25 presidential election.

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Apostolic Nuncio for Burkina Faso, Niger Says New Mission is “a challenge as well as grace”

Oct 24, 2025

The representative of the Holy Father appointed on August 15 for Burkina Faso and Niger has described his new mission as both a challenge and a grace.

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB). Credit: Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB)

Benin’s Catholic Bishops Urge Dialogue, Peace Ahead of 2026 General Elections

Oct 23, 2025

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) have called on all political actors, civil society organizations, and citizens to work for peace, dialogue, and unity ahead of the country’s 2026 general elections.

Asher Kaufman with school children in Rwanda. Credit: Children's Rosary

“Be regular”: American Teen Promoting Children’s Rosary in Africa Gives Tips on Prayer

Oct 22, 2025

The only way to build a relationship through prayer is by making it a habit, Asher Kaufman, who is visiting a number of African countries to promote the Children’s Rosary movement on the continent, has said.

Late Bishop Charles Martin Wamika. Credit: Uganda Catholics Online

Third Local Ordinary of Uganda’s Catholic Diocese of Jinja Dies at 72, Eulogized as “a pillar of development in Church”

Oct 22, 2025

Bishop Charles Martin Wamika of the Catholic Diocese of Jinja in Uganda has passed on at the age of 72.

Mons. Jean-Pierre Tanoh Tiémélé (left) and  Bishop Alexis Youlo Touabli (right). Credit: Episcopal Conference of Ivory Coast (CECCI)

Pope Leo XIV Appoints Two Catholic Bishops for Dioceses in Ivory Coast

Oct 22, 2025

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Mons. Jean-Pierre Tanoh Tiémélé as the new Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Abengourou in Ivory Coast and transferred Bishop Alexis Youlo Touabli to San Pedro-en-Côte d’Ivoire Diocese.

Bishop Jean Michaël Durhône of the Catholic Diocese of Port-Louis in Mauritius. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Port-Louis

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Catholic Bishop in Mauritius Urges Hope, Solidarity with Affected

Oct 22, 2025

Bishop Jean Michaël Durhône of the Catholic Diocese of Port-Louis in Mauritius has called on the people of God to stand in solidarity with all those affected by breast cancer, sharing a message of hope, compassion, and faith.

Chairman of the Pastoral Department at the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA), Bishop Rogath Kimaryo of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Same. Credit: Paulines Africa

“A vital gathering”: Tanzanian Bishop on First-Ever AMECEA Regional Conference for Safeguarding in Seminaries

Oct 21, 2025

The Chairman of the Pastoral Department of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA), Bishop Rogath Kimaryo, has described the maiden regional conference on safeguarding in seminaries as “a vital gathering” aimed at strengthening protection measures through “cross-learning and dialogue.”

Asher Kaufman. Credit: Children's Rosary

Faith in Motion: U.S. Teen Touring Seven African Nations to Promote Children’s Rosary

Oct 21, 2025

Asher Kaufman left the comfort of his home in Connecticut USA several months ago, and has been visiting African countries to grow the Children’s Rosary movement on the continent.

Archbishop Julien Kaboré during the maiden Rosary Congress in Ghana's Catholic Diocese of Accra. Credit: Depsocom Accra Archdiocese/St. Dominic Catholic Church, Mallam, Accra
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Maiden Rosary Congress in Ghana's Accra Archdiocese Ends with Calls for Missionary Zeal, Marian Devotion

Oct 21, 2025

The first-ever Rosary Congress in Ghana’s Catholic Archdiocese of Accra has ended with renewed calls for missionary zeal, deeper Marian devotion, and a stronger commitment to living out the Gospel in daily life.

St. Paul the Apostle Kibibi Parish of Kisangani Archdiocese. Credit: Kisangani Archdiocese.

Catholic Priests “safe, unharmed” after Armed Robbery at Parish in DR Congo’s Kisangani Archdiocese

Oct 21, 2025

Two members of the Missionaries of the Company of Mary (SMM/Montfort Missionaries), also known as, are “safe and unharmed” following an armed robbery at their Parish residence in the Archdiocese of Kisangani, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on October 17.