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Archbishop Bert van Megen during the CIP’s 46th Graduation Ceremony in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi Friday, September 18. / Consolata Institute of Philosophy (CIP)

Need to Integrate Science and Faith amid COVID-19 Challenge: Nuncio in Kenya

Sep 18, 2020

The representative of the Holy Father in Kenya and South Sudan has, on the occasion of the graduation ceremony at the Consolata Institute of Philosophy (CIP) in Nairobi, highlighted the need to integrate faith and science in finding a solutions to human challenges including COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19 statistics in Kenya.

As Kenya Reports Decline in COVID-19 Cases, Prelate Urges Caution, “fighting courageously”

Sep 17, 2020

A Prelate in Kenya is urging caution amid reports of a decline in the daily recorded cases of COVID-19.

Late Bishop Linus Okok Okwach who died September 13 at St. Monica’s hospital, Kisumu in western Kenya.

Late Kenyan Bishop Eulogized as Educationist, Great Example of Humility

Sep 14, 2020

Kenyans from all walks of life have paid tribute to the late Bishop Linus Okok Okwach, the emeritus and founding Bishop of Kenya’s Homabay Diocese, terming the Prelate who died Saturday, September 12 as a true example of faith with deeds, an educationist and an epitome of humility.

Logo Pacis Insurance Company.

Catholic Insurance Firm in Kenya Set to Mark 15 Years of “diligent stewardship”

Sep 11, 2020

Pacis Insurance Company, which was established by the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) to address the financial needs of the Catholic Church in Kenya will, on Sunday, September 13, be celebrating 15 years of “diligent stewardship” and ensuring the smooth running of Church activities in the East African country, officials of the financial institution have told ACI Africa.

Logo Season of Creation 2020.

Planned Activities to Celebrate Annual Month-long “Season of Creation” Event in Africa

Aug 31, 2020

As Catholics across the globe plan to join other Christians to be part of the month-long annual event dubbed Season of Creation, an official of the Global Catholic Climate Movement in Africa (GCCM Africa), one of the organizations participating in the event, has outlined some of the planned activities to mark the ecumenical initiative in Africa.

Bishops lay hands on Bishop-elect Joseph Mwongela during Episcopal Ordination Mass Saturday, August 29, 2020. / ACI Africa

Newly Ordained Bishop in Kenya Urges “humble service” in Maiden Speech

Aug 30, 2020

The newly ordained Bishop of Kenya’s Diocese of Kitui has, in his maiden speech, urged those overseeing various sectors in the East African nation to embrace humility in their line of duty.

Archbishop Philip Anyolo, Chairman Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) reading the message of the Bishops at Episcopal Ordination of the new Bishop of Kenya’s Kitui diocese, Saturday, August 29.

Eight Issues of Concern for Bishops in Kenya Who Want “the good of everyone”

Aug 30, 2020

Members of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) have, in a collective message titled “Conscience: A Path to Life”, outlined eight issues affecting the East African nation, calling on Kenyans to be vigilant and “do what is right for the good of everyone.”

Archbishop Anthony Muheria of Kenya's Nyeri Archdiocese.

Constitution “be a guide for higher, more noble goals”: Kenyan Prelate at Anniversary

Aug 29, 2020

At the Eucharistic celebration organized to mark a decade since the promulgation of Kenya’s Constitution, the Archbishop of Nyeri in the East African country has urged the citizenry to use the Supreme Law of the Land as a guide for establishing a set of “higher and more noble goals.”

Charles Kanjema, Chairman Kenya Christian Professionals Forum (KCPF) during Friday's press conference in Kenya's capital Nairobi.

Majority of Kenyans Opposed to Legalization of Abortion, Homosexuality, Study Shows

Aug 28, 2020

A study commissioned by the Kenya Christian Professionals Forum (KCPF) to assess citizens’ perception of abortion has established that majority of people in the East African nation are opposed to attempts to legalize termination of pregnancy. 

A copy of the Kenyan constitution promulgated on August 27, 2010.

Kenya’s Religious Leaders Identify Implementation Gaps in 10-year-old Constitution

Aug 27, 2020

On the tenth anniversary of the promulgation of the Kenyan Constitution marked August 27, religious leaders in the East African country have identified gaps in the implementation of the document, and are now calling on various stakeholders to work towards “faithful and transformative implementation.”

Members of the Dialogue Reference Group (DRG) in Kenya.

COVID-19 Funds: Kenya’s Religious Leaders Say “uncontrolled corruption witnessed immoral”

Aug 26, 2020

Religious leaders in Kenya have condemned the reported misappropriation of COVID-19 funds describing the practice as “the madness of uncontrolled corruption” and “immoral.”

Fr. John Anthony Kaiser / Catholic Justice and Peace Commission (CJPC) of Kenya

“Where is justice?”: Kenyan Bishop at Anniversary of Assassinated American Cleric

Aug 24, 2020

Two decades after the reported assassination of the U.S.-born Mill Hill Missionary, Fr. John Anthony Kaiser, a Kenyan Bishop has decried the failure on the part of relevant authorities to account for the death of the Cleric who was vocal about injustices and fought for the rights of the marginalized in society.

The Vice-Chancellor (VC Designate) of Kenya-based  Tangaza University College (TUC), Prof. David Wang’ombe during convocation ceremony Friday, August 21, 2020. / Capuchin Television Network Kenya.

COVID-19 has “created awakening to rethink meaning of University”: Kenyan Vice Chancellor

Aug 21, 2020

At the convocation to mark the official start of the Academic year 2020-2021 of the 34-year-old Kenya-based Catholic institution of higher learning, Tangaza University College (TUC), the Vice Chancellor (VC Designate) said the COVID-19 pandemic has triggered reflections around the meaning of the institution of the university.

Some Pro-life members at a previous March in Kenya's capital Nairobi.

Pro-Life Groups in Kenya Renew Commitment against Proposed Reproductive Health Care Bill

Aug 18, 2020

Some 26 pro-life groups in Kenya have, in a collective statement, renewed their opposition to the Reproductive Health Care Bill (2019) that is currently in the Senate.

Visual representation of the phased reopening of places of worship in Kenya. / Interfaith Council on the National Response to the Corona Pandemic

Public Worship Duration and Age Limit Extended in Kenya's New Phased Reopening

Aug 11, 2020

Extended duration of public worship and the age limit for participation are among the new guidelines in Kenya announced Tuesday, August 11 by the Catholic Archbishop-led Interfaith Council.  

The Model Tree Nursery by Kenya's Kakamega diocese. The project is in response to Pope Francis' encyclical Laudato Si'. / CJPC Kakamega/ Facebook

Kenya’s Kakamega Diocese Establishes Tree Nursery in Response to Laudato Si’

Aug 7, 2020

The leadership of the Catholic Justice and Peace Commission (CJPC) in the Diocese of Kakamega in Kenya has initiated a tree nursery project, initially with 12,000 seedlings, as a response to Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter, Laudato Si’, a CJPC official has told ACI Africa.

"The Future of Religious Life in Africa" a new book with a rich collection of reflections weaved together to tell the stories of consecrated life by religious people in Africa.

New Book on Future of Religious Life in Africa Lays Bare Technology Gaps

Aug 6, 2020

As Fr. Isaac Kibombwe, a member of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate (OMI) prepares for an online retreat organized by the congregation towards the end of October, he reflects on how fast the Church has adjusted to technology thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, which he says has accelerated this adjustment.

Archbishop Anthony Muheria (right) and Bishop-elect Joseph Mwongela (left) in a video message for the postponed August 8 episcopal ordination. / Diocese of Kitui

Kenyan Diocese Postpones Episcopal Ordination of New Bishop, Eyes 1,000 Attendees

Jul 30, 2020

The episcopal ordination of the recently appointed Bishop of Kenya’s Kitui Diocese has been postponed from August 8 following new regulations that limit Church gatherings to 100 participants with a hope that the event, expected to be celebrated on a much later date, will attract up to 1,000 people.

Tanzania’s former President Benjamin William Mkapa who died Friday, July 24.

Tanzania’s Former President Mourned as “a man of faith, a dedicated Pan-Africanist”

Jul 24, 2020

Tanzania’s former President Benjamin William Mkapa, a Catholic who was at the forefront of brokering peace deals during conflicts in Africa, is being eulogized as a “man of faith” and “a dedicated Pan-Africanist” following his death in the country’s largest city and former capital, Dar es Salaam.

Posters promoting Mission Africa program set to air from July 25. / Shalom World

US-based Catholic Television Network Set to Start Broadcasting Programs from Africa

Jul 24, 2020

Shalom World, a US-based Catholic television network is set to start broadcasting programs featuring content on the Catholic Church in Africa this weekend, offering viewers an opportunity to experience the “faith, love and culture of the people of Africa,” the leadership of the media outlet has announced.