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Catholic Peace Entity Reports Renewed Attacks Near Mozambican Military Base
Militants operating in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province have launched fresh attacks in the province, this time targeting a region close to a military base in the country, Denis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI) has reported.
Religious Leaders in South Africa Concerned About Industrialized Agriculture in Africa
Faith leaders under the Southern African Faith Communities Environment Institute (SAFCEI) have expressed concern about the promotion of green revolution, which fosters the use of chemicals and high-yield crop varieties in view of realizing large-scale food production in Africa.
Salesian Entity Facilitates Access to Clean Water at Catholic Institution in Namibia
The U.S.-based development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB), Salesian Missions, has facilitated clean water supply to hundreds of learners who access the Don Bosco Center and Primary School in Namibia’s Apostolic Vicariate of Rundu.
Jesuits in Africa Urge Zimbabweans to Track Government’s Commitment to Post-COVID Recovery
Members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) in Africa are calling on citizens of Zimbabwe to keep an eye on their government to ensure it fulfills its commitment toward post COVID-19 recovery.
Pope Francis Says Papal Visit to Ukraine’s Capital, Kyiv, is “on the table”
Pope Francis on Saturday said a papal visit to Kyiv is "on the table," raising the possibility of a dramatic escalation of the Holy See's diplomatic and spiritual effort to bring about an end to the fighting that has raged in Ukraine since Russia invaded the country on Feb. 24.
Holy See “ready to accompany” Burkina Faso in Process of Transition, Apostolic Nuncio Says
The representative of the Holy Father in Burkina Faso has said the Holy See is ready to accompany the West African nation in its process of transition following the military coup that ousted former President, Roch Marc Christian Kaboré.
Catholic Bishop in Malawi Sends “good wishes” to Muslims ahead of Holy Month of Ramadan
The Catholic Bishop of Mangochi Diocese in Malawi has extended “fraternal good wishes” to Muslims in the Southeastern African nation as they begin the Holy Month of Ramadan, which culminates in the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, the festival of breaking the fast.
Synodal Process Time to Showcase “role in mission of evangelization”: Tanzanian Nun
A Catholic Nun from Tanzania has challenged women and men Religious in Africa to use the ongoing preparations for the Synod on Synodality to showcase their “active role in the mission of evangelization”.
Catholic Lay Leader in Senegal Says Synodal Process “not a forum for settling scores”
The President of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal has cautioned the people of God against using the ongoing preparations for the Synod on Synodality as forums for settling scores.
Pope Expresses "sorrow, shame" for Catholic Role in Abuse against Indigenous Peoples
“I want to say to you with all my heart: I am very sorry,” Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis Advocates for Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Society
The pope underlined that the Church in particular is called to help those with disabilities to “make their voices heard.”
Catholic Sister in Nigeria Feeding Mentally Challenged People Displaced by Militants
Last Sunday, Sr. Esther Nkiru Ezedinachi distributed pounded yam, soup, and an assortment of other Nigerian dishes to 30 mentally challenged people on the streets of the West Africa country.
Africa’s Participation in Synodal Process “very promising”: Vatican Cardinal
The contribution of the people of God in Africa in the ongoing preparations for the Synod on Synodality is “very promising,” a Vatican Cardinal has told participants at a virtual event.
Catholic Activists Demand Immediate Investigation into Mysterious Killings in Kenya
Catholic activists that are part of an international organization have launched an online campaign to pressure the Kenyan government to investigate and provide answers to the mysterious killings in what they call “Yala Murders”.
Be There for Your children, Don’t Leave Them to “cultists”: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria
A Catholic Bishop in Nigeria has urged parents in the West African country to be always available for their children to protect them from cultists and other social vices that might destroy their future.
Synod on Synodality “an opportunity for voices to be heard”: Youth Leader in South Africa
A Catholic youth leader in South Africa has said the ongoing preparations for the Synod on Synodality offers an opportunity for many voices to be heard including those of young people in Africa.
Catholic Leader in Ukraine Says Ongoing War Reminder of Spiritual Battle "with the devil"
Major Archbishop Shevchuk said: ‘Bring the devil to light and we will overcome.’
Ongoing Formation Program Seeks to Help Christians "go deeper in faith”: Priest in Uganda
A Catholic Priest heading a department of the Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC) has lauded the ongoing Spiritus Faith Formation program that has involved religious leaders and Laity in East Africa saying the initiative is expected to “help Christians go deeper in their faith”.
Catholic Archbishop Decries Violence in South Sudanese State, Says “work of the devil”
The Catholic Archbishop of Juba in South Sudan has decried the reported violent clashes in the country’s Eastern Equatoria State, and said the violence being witnessed is “work of the devil”.
Catholic Sister in Ivory Coast Working to Lift Spirit of Prisoners in Harsh Conditions
For 12 years, Sr. Monique Lorrain has been visiting Korhogo prison in the North of Ivory Coast twice a week, giving hope to inmates who she says are living in harsh conditions.
