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Catholic Church in Senegal
Newly Consecrated Catholic Bishop in Senegal Urged to Embrace Missionary Zeal in Episcopal Ministry
Archbishop Benjamin Ndiaye has called upon the new Bishop of Senegal’s Catholic Diocese of Saint-Louis Du Sénégal to demonstrate passionate commitment to spreading the Gospel in his Episcopal Ministry.
Let’s Call on West African Leaders to Provide “coordinated, efficient responses” to Religious Extremism: RECOWA Bishops
Members of the Regional Episcopal Conference of West Africa (RECOWA) have proposed that those at the helm of the countries in the region put their heads together in addressing conflicts in the region, key among them religious extremism.
Newly Elected Pope Leo XIV “a figure at the crossroads of continuities and ruptures”: African Theologian
The election of Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost who takes the name Pope Leo XIV signifies “a return to the fundamentals” of past Popes, but also “a continuation of the reform process” in the Church, a leading Senegalese Catholic Theologian has said, noting that expectations are high as the new Pontiff takes over from his predecessors.
Pope Francis “courageously called us to true ecological conversion”: Senegal’s President on Legacy of Late Pontiff
Senegal’s President has eulogized the late Pope Francis as a champion of ecological responsibility alongside his “unwavering fidelity” to the Gospel message.
“Africa urgently needs peace”: RECOWA President at Opening Ceremony of Plenary Assembly in Senegal
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.
Rector of Catholic University of West Africa Appointed Bishop of Senegal’s Saint-Louis Diocese
Pope Francis has appointed Mons. Augustin Simmel Ndiaye, who has been serving as the Rector of the Burkina Faso-based Catholic University of West Africa (UCAO) as the Local Ordinary of Saint-Louis Du Sénégal Diocese in Senegal.
Pope Francis Appoints New Local Ordinaries for Senegal’s Dakar Archdiocese, Maradi Diocese in Niger
Pope Francis has appointed Bishop André Gueye, the Local Ordinary of Senegal’s Thiès Diocese, as Archbishop of the country’s Catholic Archdiocese of Dakar, and Mons. Ignatius Anipu, as the Local Ordinary of Maradi Diocese in Niger.
Senegalese Spiritan Priest Appointed National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies in Indian Ocean Region
The pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle has appointed Fr. Moïse Lalty Diatta as the National Director of Pontifical Mission Societies in the Indian Ocean region that encompasses various island nations and territories.
Catholic Church in Senegal Decries “persistent stigmatization” following Prime Minister’s Remarks on Church-Run Schools
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal have condemned Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s remarks in which he refers to Catholic private schools as “foreign institutions.”
Catholic Laity in Senegal “outraged” at Prime Minister’s Remarks on Muslim Headscarf in Schools
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal have condemned Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s remark on the wearing of Muslim headscarf (hijab) in institutions of learning.
Pope Francis Appoints New Local Ordinary for Ziguinchor Catholic Diocese, Senegal
The Holy Father has appointed Mons. Jean Baptiste Valter Manga Bishop of Senegal’s Catholic Diocese of Ziguinchor.
Africa’s Christian Professionals Wish Senegal’s New President “God’s wisdom, grace, guidance”
Members of the Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF) are wishing Senegal’s new President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye God’s graces and wisdom.
Catholic Students in Senegal Condemn “violence, tragic deaths” in Vote Delay Protests
Members of the Young Christian Students of Senegal (JEC/S) are displeased with acts of violence that have resulted in the death of innocent citizens amid protests against the February 3 decision of President Macky Sall to postpone the presidential poll that had been scheduled to take place on February 25.
Postponing Polls Threat to Senegal’s “enviable democratic credentials”: Catholic Entity
The decision to postpone of the presidential elections in Senegal threatens the West African country’s democratic reputation, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has said.
Catholic Laity in Senegal in “total disagreement” with Postponing General Elections
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal do not approve of the decision to postpone the general elections that were previously scheduled to take place on February 25.
“Baffled by what's going on”: Archbishop in Senegal on Postponing General Elections
The decision to postpone the general elections in Senegal, previously scheduled to take place on February 25, is difficult to comprehend, Archbishop Benjamin Ndiaye of the country’s Dakar Archdiocese has said.
Vatican Secretary of State Lauds Muslim-Christian “respectful coexistence” in Senegal
The Vatican Secretary of State has lauded the “peaceful and respectful coexistence” between Muslims and Christians in the West African nation of Senegal.
The “resurgence” of Illegal Immigration in West Africa a Concern for Catholic Bishops
Catholic Bishops of the four-nation Conference in West Africa are concerned about the “resurgence” of migration of people in violation of laws of immigration.
Senegal President Not Seeking Reelection “to reduce tension, calm hearts”: Catholic Laity
The decision by President Macky Sall of Senegal not to seek reelection in Presidential elections scheduled for February 2024 will go a long way in addressing diffusing the socio-political tension that has characterized the West African nation, and calming hearts of Senegalese, the Catholic Laity in the country have said.
Religious Order Seeking “forgiveness” for Former Member’s Abuse of Minors in Senegal
The Order of Poor Clerics Regular of the Mother of God of the Pious Schools (Piarists) in Catalonia, Spain, is seeking “forgiveness” for the sexual abuse of minors that a former member, Manel Sales Castellà, committed while serving as a missionary in Senegal between 1980 and 2005.
