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Pope’s Document Inspires “week of human fraternity” at Kenya-based Catholic Institution
The 2019 Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, Sheikh Ahmed el-Tayeb, has inspired a five-day event to be held at the jointly-owned Catholic University College in Kenya.
Ahead of AU/EU Summit, Faith Leaders in Africa Decry Failed Promises, Specify Gaps
Ahead of the planned Summit of the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU) leaders, representatives of various Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs) and Civil Societies Organizations (CSOs) in Africa have, in a joint statement, decried the loss of touch with the agenda made during previous meetings.
Book in Memory of Slain Salesian Missionary Tribute to Fraternity of Tunisians: Officials
A book in memory of Fr. Marek Rybinski, a Polish member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) who was murdered in Tunisia ten years ago is a tribute to not only his work but also to the Tunisians for their fraternity to the missionaries, SDB leadership has said.
Church Leaders in South Sudan Want Peace Restored Ahead of Unity Government Anniversary
Church leaders and representatives of various civil groups in South Sudan are appealing to the government to restore peace, security and stability in the East-Central African country ahead of the first anniversary of the formation of the transitional government of national unity aimed at bringing peace.
Lenten Season an Invitation Not to Give Up amid Adversity, Nigerian Archbishop
The Lenten Season, which starts with Ash Wednesday, is an invitation to draw closer to righteousness and to find comfort in God in the face of adversity, a Catholic Archbishop in Nigeria has said.
“Gabon needs Lenten prayers to overcome all trials”: Bishop in Message for Lent
A Bishop in Gabon has, in his message for Lent 2021, urged the people of God in the Central African nation to turn to God in prayer for the “eradication” of COVID-19 during the Lenten Season.
Cleric in Zambia Urges Standing Together, “unity of purpose” in Fight against COVID-19
A Cleric ministering in Zambia has, during an ecumenical prayer service against COVID-19, called on the people of God in the Southern African nation to “stand together” in the fight against the pandemic.
Catholic Doctors in South Sudan Target Goitre Patients in New Medical Campaign
Catholic Doctors in South Sudan’s Diocese of Wau have launched a campaign at the Comboni hospital to operate goitre patients in ten days.
Why Catholic Dioceses in Africa Struggle to Achieve Transparency in Managing Resources
Catholic Dioceses in Africa are grappling with lack of adequately trained personnel in financial management, expensive auditing processes, as well as a retrogressive culture in Church leadership as they seek to achieve financial transparency and accountability, speakers at a recent webinar session explained.
Marian Statue in Benin, Fulfillment of Slain Salesian Missionary’s Desire: Officials
A statue of Mary Help of Christians, which arrived in Benin at the beginning of this month, is a fulfillment of the desire of Fr. Antonio César Fernandez, a Spanish member of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) who was killed in Burkina Faso two years ago, SDB officials have said in a report.
Culture of Contraception Wiping Out Tanzanian Village, Catholic Pro-life Advocate Bemoans
A Catholic pro-life advocate in Tanzania has, in a report, bemoaned the continued and widespread use of artificial contraceptives in a village in the East African nation, a practice that is could see the entire village wiped out.
Catholic Bishops in Ghana “condemn” Homosexuality Proponents, Seek Government’s Stance
Catholic Bishops in Ghana have condemned proponents of homosexuality in the West African nation and urged government authorities "to state unambiguously their position on the matter."
Catholic Clinic in South Sudan Closed Down After All Doctors Test Positive for COVID-19
A Catholic Health Centre of South Sudan’s Wau Diocese has temporarily shut down after the three only doctors at the facility tested positive for COVID-19 and have been isolated to monitor their respective health conditions.
Tanzanian Archbishop Urges Factual, Expert COVID-19 Information, Cautions against Fear
The Archbishop of Tanzania's Mbeya Archdiocese is advocating for factual information about COVID-19 in the East African nation.
Bishop in Botswana Recounts Ash Wednesday Experience amid COVID-19 Restrictions
The Bishop of Botswana’s Gaborone Diocese has recounted his experience of Ash Wednesday amid COVID-19 restrictions in the Southern African nation where public worship remains suspended.
South African Diocese Launches Initiative to Bring People Back to Church after Lockdown
South Africa’s Aliwal Diocese is planning a five-week program on reflections that are aimed at bringing people back to Church after a protracted COVID-19 lockdown in the country.
Introducing New Bank Notes Points to Corruption, Failing Economy: Bishop in South Sudan
A Catholic Bishop has criticized the South Sudanese government for introducing into circulation a one-thousand-pound banknote intended to clear away large amounts of smaller notes for transaction and to facilitate easier cash use in a soaring inflation.
International Catholic Charity Targets Institutions Dedicated to St. Joseph in Latest Aid
The Catholic charity organization, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has announced a number of projects in Catholic Dioceses around the world that have received a boost, including those in Africa, that are under the patronage of St. Joseph.
Parishes of Zambia’s Ndola Diocese with “high” COVID-19 Cases to Close, Bishop Directs
Parishes of Ndola Diocese that record “high” infections of COVID-19 among parishioners “shall close,” the Local Ordinary of the Zambian Diocese has directed.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria Hail Appointment of Compatriot to World Trade Organization
Christian leaders in Nigeria have hailed the appointment of their compatriot, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as the new Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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