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Catholic Church in Zimbabwe Decries Foreign Pressure to Promote Abortion
Catholic Bishops in Zimbabwe have raised concern over attempts by foreign organizations to impose “the evil of abortion” in the Southern African nation.
Young Catholics in Mozambique Urged to “do everything” to Promote Sanctity of Life
Bishop António Manuel Bogaio Constantino has called on young people to embrace an “active and transformative hope” rooted in Christ the King, urging them to reject bribery, lies, manipulation, and all forms of disregard for human life.
Youth Jubilee in Cape Verde: Young People Urged to Reject Culture of Bribery
Young people must take the lead in transforming society by rejecting bribery, lies, manipulation, and disregard for life, Bishop Ildo Augusto dos Santos Lopes Fortes of Cape Verde’s Diocese of Mindelo has said.
“The country needs you”: Catholic Bishop in Angola Urges Youth to Embrace Peace, Hope in Christ
Bishop António Francisco Jaca of Angola’s Catholic Diocese of Benguela has urged young Angolans to become agents of peace and hope, rejecting violence and destructive paths, so as to build a just society.
Cardinal Ambongo Exhorts Congolese Youths to Become Builders of Unity in Embattled Country
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo of the Catholic Archdiocese of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has urged young Catholics in his Metropolitan See to “become builders of unity and hope,” calling on them to carry forward the values of Christ in a society in need of justice and reconciliation.
Catholic Activists Caution African Countries against Digital ID System, Say it’s “a trap” in Disguise
Catholic activists at CitizenGo are calling upon African governments to reject the digital ID system, noting that the system, which allows individuals and organisations to prove their identity electronically, is “a trap” disguised as progress.
“Jesus did not take life, he gave it”: Nigerian Leaders Challenged to Emulate Christ’s Servant-Leadership
The Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has called on Nigerian leaders to embrace Christ-like governance free from corruption, injustice, and religious-based hatred for their nation to grow.
Nigerian Catholic Priest: Those Responsible for Killing Christians, Muslims Should Be Held Accountable
Nigerian priest Father Mathias Ashinnoitian Adugba told EWTN News that more must be done to hold people accountable for the deaths of Christians and Muslims.
Fact Check: Did Pope Leo Host a Rave Last Week in Slovakia?
Social media lit up last week with claims that Pope Leo XIV “threw a rave” outside St. Elisabeth Cathedral in Košice, Slovakia. But what really happened?
Today, November 25, We Celebrate St. Catherine of Alexandria
Catholics and other Christians around the world celebrate today, Nov. 25, the memorial of St. Catherine of Alexandria, a revered martyr of the fourth century.
Fifty Children Escape after Mass Kidnapping at Catholic Schools in Nigeria, 265 Still Held
Nigeria’s Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has reported “encouraging developments” after 50 of the over 300 children who were abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools on November 21 escaped and reunited with their families.
Cameroon’s Bamenda Archdiocese Demands Release of Last of Six Abducted Catholic Priests, Announces Escalating Measures
The Catholic Archdiocese of Bamenda has issued an ultimatum as the last of six abducted Catholic Priests, Fr. John Berinyuy Tatah, remains in captivity following a series of kidnappings by armed separatist fighters in the North West Region.
No Crown Without “basin of water and towel,” Bishop in South Sudan Urges Newly Ordained Deacons to Prioritize Service
Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan has urged the newly ordained Deacons to make service their foremost priority, emphasizing that service lies at the heart of the Diaconal Ministry.
Solemnity of Christ the King Reminder Faith Transcends “daily religious practices”: Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa
The Solemnity of Christ the King reminds Christians that their faith extends beyond daily religious routines, pointing instead to the “ultimate purpose of human life,” the Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa has said.
Catholic Archbishop Says Nigeria could be “saddest nation in the world”, Reflects on Country’s Good Days
Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has reminisced on the days when the West African country was ranked the happiest place on earth, and expressed sorrow that the situation is no longer the same today.
Catholic Bishops in Zambia Express Concern Over Escalation of Intolerance ahead of 2026 Elections
Members of the Zambia Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCCB) have cautioned against the rise of “politically motivated confrontations” as the country heads towards the 2026 general election.
As Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Turkey Nears, Anticipation Grows among Local Communities
Excitement is building across Turkey’s Christian and wider faith communities ahead of Pope XIV’s historic visit this week.
Today, November 24, We Celebrate St. Andrew Dung-Lac and Companions
During his papacy, Pope John Paul II canonized a group of 117 martyrs who died for the Roman Catholic Faith in Vietnam during the nineteenth century.
Pope Leo XIV Decries Kidnapping of Catholic Priests in Nigeria, Cameroon, Urges “immediate release of hostages”
Pope Leo XIV has expressed sorrow over the recent kidnappings of Catholic Priests, Christians, and students in Nigeria and Cameroon, urging authorities to act swiftly to secure their freedom.
When a Shepherd Opens Doors: Kenyan Catholic Sister Reflects on Enduring Legacy of Bishop Sulumeti
When a person spends his adult life quietly opening doors for others, the true measure of his legacy is found in the people who walked through those doors—and then went on to light paths for many more.
