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Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński. Credit: Apostolic Nunciature in South Africa

Apostolic Nuncio in South Africa, Lesotho to Extend His Vatican Diplomatic Role to Namibia, Eswatini

Jul 18, 2024

The representative of the Holy Father in South Africa and Lesotho is to extend his Vatican diplomatic role to the Southern African nations of Namibia and Eswatini. 

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Use Your Energy, Vibe to “re-energize church life”: Catholic Official to Youths in Southern Africa

Jun 20, 2024

On the occasion of the National Youth Day celebrated annually on June 16 in South Africa, the Chaplain of the Interdiocesan Youth and Young Adults Ministry of the Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference (SACBC), Fr Motankane Mahlako, has urged young people to use their energy to “re-energize Church life” in the region.

South Africa’s Cardinal Napier Sends Out Strong Message about “assault on the family”

Jun 19, 2024

The family is facing the “biggest and most serious crisis” in the world today, Wilfrid Fox Cardinal Napier has said, and warned that attacks against the family seek to decimate procreation.

Archbishop Dabula Mpako of South Africa’s Pretoria Archdiocese

Why Archbishop in South Africa Thinks Synod on Synodality calls for “radical shift” in Church Model

Jun 12, 2024

The Synod on Synodality is a call to move from one model of the Church to another, Archbishop Dabula Mpako of South Africa’s Pretoria Archdiocese who participated in the first session of the ongoing synod has observed.

The logo of the Catholic Institute of Education (CIE). Credit: Catholic Institute of Education (CIE)

Catholic Education Entity in South Africa Urges Schools to Make Child Safeguarding a Priority

Jun 6, 2024

On the occasion of the Child Protection Week marked in South Africa from May 29-June 5, officials of the Catholic Institute of Education (CIE) have urged Catholic Schools in the country to continue making child safeguarding a priority.

Members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC). Credit: SACBC

Catholic Bishops Laud South Africa's “overwhelmingly” Free and Fair Polls

Jun 3, 2024

Members of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) have lauded South Africa for conducting free and fair elections despite experiencing “minor issues” during the voting process.

SACBC and IMBISA election observers. Credit: SACBC

South Africa’s 2024 Elections Test Maturity of Country’s Democracy: Catholic Official

May 31, 2024

The general elections in South “will test the maturity” of the country’s democracy, the Director of the Justice and Peace Commission (JPC) of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has said.

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Being Pro-Family among Qualities Christian Professionals Want Electorate in South Africa to Consider During May 29 Polls

May 20, 2024

Members of the Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF) are calling upon the electorate in South Africa to elect political candidates keen on family values and the African cultural heritage during the country’s general elections later this month. 

Members of the Standing Committee of IMBISA during the opening Eucharistic celebration for the launch of the Jubilee on Wednesday 8 May 2024. Credit: Fr. Dumisani Vilakati

Catholic Bishop in South Africa Lauds IMBISA Golden Jubilee Theme as Showing Synodal Call to Listen, Walk Together

May 10, 2024

The theme for the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) is in line with that of the Synod on Synodality, in which the people of God are called upon to listen, discern, and walk together, Bishop Siphiwo Paul Vanqa of South Africa’s Catholic Diocese of Queenstown has said.

Late Fr. Paul Tatu Mothobi. Credit: SACBC

Another Religious Priest Shot Dead in South Africa, Southern African Catholic Bishops Decry “pandemic” of Murder

Apr 30, 2024

Fr. Paul Tatu Mothobi, a member the Congregation of the Sacred Stigmata (CSS/ Stigmatines) and former Media and Communications Officer of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), is the latest victim of murder in South Africa.

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Earth Day: Salesians Advocate for “sustainable alternatives”, Jesuits Invite Reflection on “our interconnectedness”

Apr 22, 2024

On the occasional of Earth Day 2024 marked on Monday, April 22, Don Bosco Tech Africa (DBTA) is advocating for initiatives that would contribute to a “cleaner, healthier world”, while the Zambia-based Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) is inviting reflections on “our interconnectedness”.

Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński (left) and Archbishop Mitja Leskovar (right). Credit: GCBC/Vatican Media

Pope Francis Transfers, Appoints Apostolic Nuncios to South Africa, Lesotho, DR Congo

Apr 16, 2024

The Holy Father has appointed Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński, and Archbishop Mitja Leskovar as Apostolic Nuncios to South Africa and Lesotho, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) respectively.

Participants during three-day formation workshop for Rectors and other formators in Seminaries of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA). Credit: African Synodality Initiative (ASI)

Fostering “culture of listening” in Seminaries, Inclusion of Women among Recommendations of IMBISA Formation Workshop

Apr 12, 2024

Seminary Rectors and other formators in the nine member countries of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA), who have been participating in a formation workshop in South Africa have recommended that formators “use the method of conversation in spirit to develop a culture of listening”.

Archbishop Buti Joseph Tlhagale holding Pope Francis's congratulatory message. Credit: Sheldon Reddiar vis SACBC

Pope Francis Lauds Archbishop in South Africa Marking Episcopal Jubilee for His “energetic involvement” in Ministry

Apr 12, 2024

Pope Francis has acknowledged with appreciation the 25-year Episcopal ministry of South African Archbishop Buti Joseph Tlhagale.

Participants during three-day formation workshop for Rectors and other formators in Seminaries of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA). Credit: African Synodality Initiative (ASI)

IMBISA Gathers Formators in Response to Synod on Synodality’s Call for “extensive revision of priestly formation”

Apr 10, 2024

The leadership of the Inter-Regional Meeting of the Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) has partnered with the African Synodality Initiative (ASI) to gather Rectors and other formators in Seminaries in the nine-nation region for a three-day formation workshop organized under the theme, “A Synodal approach to Priestly formation”.

SACBC President, Bishop Sithembele Sipuka. Credit: SACBC

“They are alive with the Risen Lord”: Southern African Catholic Bishops on 45 Batswana Pilgrims Who Died in Bus Crash

Apr 6, 2024

The 45 Batswana Easter pilgrims, who died following the Easter holiday bus crash are resting with the glorified Lord, Jesus Christ, the Southern African Catholic Bishops have said.

Requiem Mass for Fr. Richard Menatsi. Credit: Oudtshoorn Diocese

Catholic Bishop in South Africa Cautions Clergy against “mediocrity”

Apr 4, 2024

The Bishop of South Africa’s Mthatha Diocese has cautioned priests in the country against offering mediocre services to the people, noting that “playing small” degrades their priesthood.

Late Fr. William Banda. Credit: Diocese of Polokwane

Catholic Missionary Priest Murdered in South Africa Remembered as “loving, approachable”

Mar 21, 2024

The member of the St. Patrick’s Missionary Society (Kiltegan Fathers) who was killed while preparing for morning Mass at the Cathedral Church of Tzaneen Diocese in South Africa has been eulogized as a friendly and loving person who was easily approachable. 

Official logo of the South African Council of Churches (SACC). Credit: SACC

Christian Leaders in South Africa Declare May 5 Day of Prayer for Peaceful Elections

Mar 16, 2024

Christian leaders in South Africa have declared May 5 a day of national prayer for peaceful general elections in the country that are scheduled to place on May 29.

Late Fr. William Banda. Credit: Diocese of Polokwane

Catholic Priest Shot Dead in Holy Trinity Cathedral of Tzaneen Diocese, South Africa

Mar 13, 2024

A member of the St. Patrick’s Missionary Society (Kiltegan Fathers) serving in the Catholic Diocese of Tzaneen in South Africa was shot dead while preparing to celebrate Holy Mass the morning of Wednesday, March 13.