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Enough of Ignoring “those on the front line of climate collapse”: SECAM President on Joint Call for “climate justice”
The President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has lamented the ignoring of the pleas of those bearing the brunt of injustices against creation.
SECAM Joins Other Faith Leaders, European Civil Societies to Urge “justice in Africa–Europe Agricultural Relations”
Member of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) have joined other faith leaders from across the globe, and civil society organizations from Europe to advocate for “justice in Africa-Europe agricultural relations”.
In “landmark engagement”, Africa’s Catholic Bishops and Caritas Strategize to “strengthen mutual support”
Africa’s Catholic Bishops and Caritas Africa have realized an engagement in which they explored ways of strengthening “mutual support” in reaching out to the people of God on the continent.
In Goodwill Messages, SIGNIS Africa Lauded for “enriching” Understanding of Artistic Icons, Legacies, Potentials
The President of the Pan African Episcopal Committee for Social Communications (CEPACS) is among leaders, who have lauded the African region of the World Catholic Association for Communication, SIGNIS Africa, for its commitment to promoting the Church’s understanding and appreciation of art.
Africa’s Traditional “deep spirituality, rich culture” Foster Religious Freedom: Catholic Bishop at IRF Summit
Bishop Stephen Dami Mamza of Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Yola has appealed to African leaders to tap into Africa’s traditional values in fostering religious freedom and peaceful coexistence on the continent.
Planned Plenary Assembly of Africa’s Catholic Bishops to Explore “common vision” for Witnessing Hope in Africa 2025-2050
Catholic Bishops in Africa have identified the need to have “a common vision” in credibly witnessing “hope, reconciliation, and integral development” on the continent as vitally important and made it the focus of their 20th Plenary Assembly to take place in Rwanda.
Africa Day 2025: SECAM Urges Africans to Be “architects of Africa we want”
On the occasion of the annual Africa Day marked on May 25, Africa’s Catholic Bishops are calling upon the people of God on the continent and its islands to participate in building up “Africa we want” as “architects”.
Consecrated Life “laboratory of Synodality”: Cardinal Ambongo at Annual Symposium of Regional Superiors in Africa
Members of Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life (ICLSAL) in Africa are called to play an important role in shaping the future of the Church by applying in their ministry and apostolate the recommendations of the Synod on Synodality, the President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has said.
“Africa does not need charity”: Bishops in Africa, Europe to AU-EU Leaders, Urge Partnership with “peoples at heart”
Catholic Bishops in Africa and Europe have called on the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) leaders to build a just and equitable partnership that places the needs, rights, and dignity of African peoples at its centre, and not charity or external interests.
“Season of hope, renewal”: Africa’s Catholic Bishops Hail Election of Pope Leo XIV as “new chapter” in Church’s Life
The Thursday, May 8 election of Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the Catholic Church’s 267th Pontiff is a defining moment in the life of the Church, ushering in a new era of “hope and renewal” as well as a missionary dynamism, Catholic Bishops in Africa have said.
Pope Francis, “profound source of inspiration for us”: Africa’s Catholic Bishops Mourn, Recall Holy Father’s Legacy
Catholic Bishops in Africa have expressed sorrow at the passing on of Pope Francis, remembering him as an inspirational leader, whose pontificate of peace and inclusivity was felt by many across the continent, resulting in a positive and memorable impression.
International Women’s Day: Africa’s Catholic Bishops Urge Women to “embrace their God-given potential”
Ahead of the annual event of the International Women’s Day (IWD) marked March 8, Africa’s Catholic Bishops have urged women across the continent to recognize and make good use of the various graces they have received from God to shape their role in families, communities, and society.
Catholic Bishops Join other Faith, Civil Entities in Push for Group to Oversee Reparations for Africa’s Historical Abuse
Members of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) are among the faith and civil society organizations proposing the formation of “an ethical reference group” that will help in overseeing the reparations for Africa following the historical injustices the continent has suffered.
Laudato Si’, “moral, theological foundation” for Addressing Africa’s Ecological Reparations: Catholic Environmentalist
Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter on care for our common home, Laudato Si’, is foundational in addressing ecological reparations stemming from historical injustices, including those in Africa, a Kenyan Catholic environmentalist has said.
Catholic Bishops in Africa Pen Letter to Pope Francis, Praying for His “swift, complete recovery”
Catholic Bishops in Africa have expressed their solidarity and spiritual closeness with Pope Francis as he undergoes medical care at a hospital in Rome.
“We stand with you”: Africa’s Catholic Bishops to Citizens of Countries Suffering Effects of Violent Conflict
Catholic Bishops in Africa have expressed their spiritual solidarity with the people of God suffering the effects of violent conflicts on the continent.
“We cannot remain indifferent”: Entity of Africa’s Catholic Bishops Appeals for Action towards DR Congo Violence Victims
The leadership of the Justice, Peace, and Development Commission (JPDC) of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM-JPDC) is appealing for action towards victims of violence in the East of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
Cardinal Urges Dialogue “even with those we consider as enemies” to Resolve Protracted Eastern DR Congo Crises
The violent conflict in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) that has escalated in recent weeks resulting in reported deaths of thousands and the displacement of many more can be resolved through dialogue, Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo, the Local Ordinary the Catholic Archdiocese of Kinshasa has said.
“This is business”: Catholic Bishops in Africa Warn about Biggest Beneficiaries in Human Trafficking
A lot of money is exchanging hands in the business of human trafficking, the leadership of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has observed, and underlined the urgency of fishing out those benefitting from modern-day slavery so as to stop the menace.
“The Church cannot remain silent”: SECAM President Speaks Out against Exploitation of Africa’s Mineral Resources
The President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has urged the Church to take a firm stand against the illegal exploitation of Africa’s mineral resources.
