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Catholic Church in Kenya

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Building “a new humanity” Requires Responsibility Sharing, Focolare Movement Official Says at UN@80 Conference in Kenya

Nov 11, 2025

The Vice President of the New Humanity Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) of the Focolare Movement has emphasized the need for shared responsibility in building “a new humanity” in Africa.

Late Bishop Philip Sulumeti. Credit: ACI Africa

Tributes Pour in for Pioneer Bishop of Kenyan Diocese Who Helped Shape Kenya’s Democracy

Nov 10, 2025

Tributes are pouring for Bishop Philip Sulumeti, the pioneer Bishop of Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Kakamega who passed on Sunday, November 9. Church officials and government leaders have described the late Catholic Bishop as a devoted servant of God, known for his humility and steadfast commitment to defending the marginalized.

Late Bishop Philip Sulumeti. Credit: ACI Africa

Pioneer Catholic Bishop of Kakamega Diocese in Kenya Dies at 88, Remembered as “a giant of faith”

Nov 9, 2025

Bishop Philip Sulumeti, the pioneer Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Kakamega in Kenya, has passed on at the age of 88.

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Benedictine Sisters in Kenya Defy Deadly Floods, Rebuild Mission Hospital Through Faith, Community Support

Nov 6, 2025

When the ground trembled and a deafening roar tore through the night of October 31, the members of the Missionary Benedictine Sisters (OSB) in Chesongoch, Kenya thought the generator had malfunctioned. But desperate cries at the convent gate quickly revealed a terrifying truth.

Bishop Henry Juma Odonya of Kenya's Catholic Diocese of Kitale. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Kitale

Catholic Bishop in Kenya Expresses Spiritual Solidarity with Landslide Victims in Eldoret Diocese

Nov 5, 2025

The Local Ordinary of Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Kitale has expressed spiritual solidarity with the people affected by the October 31 devastating landslide, which left more than 26 people dead in the country's Eldoret Diocese.

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“Finally, the Long-Awaited Day Came”: Loreto Sisters in Eastern Africa Province Hail Merger with Congregation of Jesus

Nov 5, 2025

Loreto Sisters in Eastern Africa have joined their counterparts around the world in celebrating the “truly historic” union of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM) and the Congregatio Jesu (Congregation of Jesus/CJ) – a merger that officially took effect at noon (CET) on November 4 in Loyola, Spain, bringing together approximately 1,800 members worldwide under the name Congregatio Jesu (CJ).

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Africa Must “return love for love,” Vatican-based Nigerian Catholic Archbishop Calls for Renewed Missionary Zeal Abroad

Oct 31, 2025

The Secretary of the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization has called upon the people of God in Africa to “return love for love,” embracing renewed missionary zeal, and sharing the spiritual fruits sown by early missionaries.

Bishop Mark Kadima Wamukoya of the Catholic Diocese of Bungoma in Kenya. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Bungoma

Catholic Bishop Cautions against “selfish motives” in Marriage of 19 Couples in Kenya

Oct 31, 2025

Bishop Mark Kadima Wamukoya of the Catholic Diocese of Bungoma in Kenya has warned couples against entering into marriage for selfish reasons, urging them instead to build unions grounded in faithfulness, honesty, and prayer.

Late Sr. Anselmina Karimi (right) and Sr. Caroline Kanjiru (left). Credit: Radio 47 Digital

Court in Kenya Exonerates Catholic Sister Earlier Detained over Colleague’s Death, Names Her State Witness

Oct 28, 2025

Sr. Caroline Kanjiru, a member of the Nazareth Sisters of the Annunciation(NSA) in Kenya’s Catholic Diocese of Meru, has been exonerated by a Kenyan court after being held as the prime suspect in the October 12 murder of her colleague, Sr. Anselmina Karimi.

Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa. Credit: Virginia Kabugu/Nairobi

Vocations Boom in Malawi is a Blessing and “heavy responsibility”: Commission for Seminaries Chairman

Oct 25, 2025

The Chairman of the Commission for Seminaries at the Malawi Conference of Catholic Bishops (MCCB) has described the increase in priestly and religious vocations across the southeastern African nation as both a “blessing” and a “heavy responsibility” for the local Church.

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Delegates Commit to Uphold “highest” Safeguarding Standards in Seminaries at AMECEA Conference

Oct 24, 2025

Delegates at the just-concluded conference on safeguarding in seminaries that was organized by the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) have committed to ensuring that Seminaries in the region uphold the highest standards of safeguarding.

Asher Kaufman with school children in Rwanda. Credit: Children's Rosary

“Be regular”: American Teen Promoting Children’s Rosary in Africa Gives Tips on Prayer

Oct 22, 2025

The only way to build a relationship through prayer is by making it a habit, Asher Kaufman, who is visiting a number of African countries to promote the Children’s Rosary movement on the continent, has said.

Chairman of the Pastoral Department at the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA), Bishop Rogath Kimaryo of Tanzania’s Catholic Diocese of Same. Credit: Paulines Africa

“A vital gathering”: Tanzanian Bishop on First-Ever AMECEA Regional Conference for Safeguarding in Seminaries

Oct 21, 2025

The Chairman of the Pastoral Department of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA), Bishop Rogath Kimaryo, has described the maiden regional conference on safeguarding in seminaries as “a vital gathering” aimed at strengthening protection measures through “cross-learning and dialogue.”

Asher Kaufman. Credit: Children's Rosary

Faith in Motion: U.S. Teen Touring Seven African Nations to Promote Children’s Rosary

Oct 21, 2025

Asher Kaufman left the comfort of his home in Connecticut USA several months ago, and has been visiting African countries to grow the Children’s Rosary movement on the continent.

AMECEA Bishops Eulogize Kenya’s Former Prime Minister as Champion of Democracy, Social Justice

Oct 19, 2025

Members of the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA) have eulogized Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, as a visionary statesman, whose tireless advocacy for democracy, social justice, and human dignity resonated well with the social teaching of the Catholic Church.

Jesuit Entity Boosts Initiative of Refugee Youths in Curbing Hunger in Kenya

Oct 17, 2025

Jesuit Refugee Services (JRS) of the Society of Jesus (SJ, /Jesuits) has expanded the activities of Vijana Twaweza Project in combating hunger in Kenya's Kakuma Refugee Camp, where food insecurity is a major challenge.

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“Double Tragedy”: Superior General of Religious Institute in Kenya Speaks on Death, Arrest of its Members

Oct 16, 2025

The Religious Institute of the Nazareth Sisters of the Annunciation (NSA) has expressed deep sorrow following the loss of one of their members, Sr. Anselmina Karimi, who reportedly died under “unclear circumstances” on October 12.

Sr. Anselimina Karimi, who is believed to have been murdered on the night of 11 October 2025 in Meru. Credit: Radio 47 Digital

Catholic Sister in Kenya Detained for “own safety” as Probe into Colleague’s Death Continues: Judge

Oct 15, 2025

A judge in Kenya has ordered the continued detention of a Catholic Sister accused of involvement in the death of her colleague in the country’s Catholic Diocese of Meru, citing the seriousness of the alleged offense, the need to complete investigations, and concerns for her personal safety.

Archbishop Philip Arnold Subira Anyolo of Kenya's Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi. Credit: KCCB

Catholic Archbishop to Exam Candidates in Kenya: “Don't give up”

Oct 15, 2025

Archbishop Philip Arnold Subira Anyolo of Kenya's Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi has encouraged students preparing for their Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) examinations to trust in God and to remain focused as they approach their final papers.

Late Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga. Credit: Courtesy Raila Odinga's Facebook page

Kenya’s Former Prime Minister, Champion of Democracy and Regional integration in Africa Dies Aged 80

Oct 15, 2025

Former Kenyan Prime Minister, Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, has died at the age of 80, a source in Odinga's office told multiple news outlets on the morning of Wednesday, October 15.