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Catholic Church in Zambia

Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Zambia’s Catholic Archdiocese of Ndola. Credit: Archdiocese of Ndola

“Tell facts as they are”: Catholic Archbishop in Zambia Calls for Responsible, Ethical Journalism ahead of 2026 Polls

Jul 3, 2025

Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Zambia’s Catholic Archdiocese of Ndola has called on media practitioners in the South African nation to resist sensationalism and distorting of facts.

Credit: Caritas Zambia

“Commendable, statesmanlike decision”: Caritas Zambia Lauds Government for Constitution Amendment Bill Withdrawal

Jun 27, 2025

Officials of Caritas Zambia have lauded the government of the Southern African nation for withdrawing the Bill that had been presented to legislators to amend the Constitution of Zambia.

Fr. Dr. Gabriel Mapulanga with participants from our Gender Specific Strengthening of the Psychosocial and Economic Resilience of Refugee Children and Young People project, in Mantapala refugee settlement in Luapula. Credit: Caritas Zambia

World Refugee Day 2025: Caritas Zambia Advocates for Legal, Social Protection for Refugees, Displaced Persons

Jun 21, 2025

On the occasion of the annual World Refugee Day (WRD) marked on June 20 since 2001, the leadership of Caritas Zambia has called on the Zambian government and partners to strengthen legal protection and enhance social support mechanisms for refugees and displaced persons.

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Amid “uncertainty” Over Burial of Zambia’s Former President, Church Leaders Appeal for Calm

Jun 19, 2025

Amid “uncertainty” over the reported delayed burial of Edgar Chagwa Lungu, Zambia’s former President, who passed on June 5, the country’s Church leaders have appealed for calm, mutual respect, and national unity.

Zambia’s Catholic Bishops Eulogize Former President for His “last task of assuring peaceful transition of power”

Jun 12, 2025

Members of the Zambia Catholic Bishops Conference (ZCCB) have paid tribute to the country’s former President, Edgar Lungu, commending him for his final act of statesmanship in ensuring a peaceful transfer of power to the current government.

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Zambian Catholic Diocese Declines State Officials’ Donations, Cites Need to “uphold impartiality, ecclesial integrity”

Jun 6, 2025

Zambia’s Catholic Diocese of Mansa has declined donations from the country’s government officials, citing the need to uphold the Episcopal See’s impartial status and Church integrity among reasons behind the decision.

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Caritas Zambia Sets Up Community Child Protection Committees to Address Rise in Child Defilement Cases

Apr 20, 2025

Caritas Zambia has established Community Child Protection Committees (CCPCs) in the Southern African nation to curb the rise in cases of defilement and child abuse in the country. 

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“Action is needed now”: Caritas Zambia Calls for Establishment of Specialized Courts to Handle Child Defilement Cases

Mar 30, 2025

Caritas Zambia has urged the Zambian government to establish fast-track courts specifically designed to expedite the trial of child defilement cases, which are reportedly on the rise in the Southern African nation. 

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Caritas Zambia Opposes Proposal to Amend Constitution Months to General Elections

Mar 21, 2025

Caritas Zambia is calling on the Zambian government to postpone amendments to its Constitution until after the country’s general elections slated for 2026. 

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Let’s Listen to Jesus for “true transformation”: Catholic Bishop in Zambia at 120th Anniversary of Parish

Mar 19, 2025

Paying keen attention what Jesus Christ teaches has the benefit of facilitating “true transformation” and a lifestyle pleasing to God, Bishop Raphael Mweempwa of Zambia’s Catholic Diocese of Monze has said. 

In Zambia, Climate Change “no longer distant threat”, Catholic Bishops’ Entity Warns, Urges “environmental stewardship”

Feb 15, 2025

The people of God in the Southern African nation of Zambia are “firsthand” experiencing the negative effects of climate change, the Communications Director at the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has said.

Members of the envisaged Association of Catholic Bishops' Conferences of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe (ACBC-MAZAZI) and Apostolic Nuncio in Zambia and Malawi, Archbishop Gian Luca Perici (in white). Credit: Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM)

Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe Urge “active participation” to Foster Solidarity in three-nation Sub-Region

Dec 20, 2024

Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have called on the people of God in their respective nations to actively participate in activities that foster “solidarity” as they seek to realize their “independent” regional forum, The Association of Catholic Bishops' Conferences of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe (ACBC-MAZAZI).

Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Ndola Archdiocese. Credit: Ndola Archdiocese

Catholic Archbishop Urges Zambians to Remain Steadfast in Faith amid Political Tensions, Economic Uncertainties

Dec 2, 2024

Zambians are grappling with a myriad of socio-economic and political challenges including that are also straining family relations, Archbishop Benjamin Phiri of Ndola Archdiocese has observed, and called on the faithful to remain firm in their faith despite the hardships they face. 

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Catholic Church in Zambia Joins Partnership to Boost Parishes with Sustainable Energy and Clean Cooking Solutions

Nov 7, 2024

The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB) has partnered with GEI Power Limited, a Zambian Energy Company dealing with sustainable renewable energy projects, to promote sustainable energy and ‘clean cooking solutions” across Catholic institutions and parishes in the country.

Fr. Gabriel Mapulanga delivering the keynote address during the Sister’s Blended Value Project (SBVP) graduation ceremony in Zambia

Entrepreneurship not Deviation from Mission, Catholic Sisters in Africa Told, Urged to Look into Self-Reliance

Oct 26, 2024

To foster self-reliance and boost their evangelization efforts, Catholic Sisters in Africa have been urged not to shy away from exploring business ideas and venturing into social entrepreneurship.

60th Anniversary of Zambia’s Independence “an opportunity for introspection”: Catholic Bishops

Oct 25, 2024

On the occasion of the 60th anniversary of Zambia’s Independence marked October 24, Catholic Bishops in the Southern African nation have called on the nation to reflect on its journey, values, and future aspirations. 

Members of the envisaged Association of Catholic Bishops' Conferences of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe (ACBC-MAZAZI) and Apostolic Nuncio in Zambia and Malawi, Archbishop Gian Luca Perici (in white). Credit: Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM)

The Name Shall Be: The Association of Catholic Bishops' Conferences of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Jul 19, 2024

Catholic Bishops in the three Southern African nations of Malawi Zambia and Zimbabwe have resolved to establish “an independent” regional forum, which they say shall bear the name, “The Association of Catholic Bishops' Conferences of Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe”, to be abbreviated as ACBC-MAZAZI.

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM), the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB), and the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference (ZCBC). Credit: Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM)

“Poverty is the wolf the Church should not stay quiet about”: Catholic Archbishop in Malawi to Sub-Regional Conference

Jul 18, 2024

The people of God in the Southern African nations of Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have to be vocal about the phenomenon of poverty in their respective countries, Archbishop George Desmond Tambala of Malawi’s Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe has said.

The Apostolic Nuncio in Zambia and Malawi, Archbishop Gian Luca Perici reading the message of Pope Francis to members of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM), the Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops (ZCCB), and the Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops’ Conference (ZCBC) gathered at Sigelele Hotel in Salima, Central Malawi. Credit: Episcopal Conference of Malawi (ECM)

Let “your fraternal dialogue bear fruits”: Pope Francis to Assembly of Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Jul 18, 2024

Pope Francis has expressed his best wishes for Catholic Bishops drawn from Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, who have assembled for a five-day sub-region Conference in Malawi set to conclude on Friday, July 19.

A section of participants at the July 14-19 meeting of the sub-region Conference of Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Credit: ECM

“Extraordinary moment”: Vatican Cardinal Lauds Sub-Region Conference of Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Jul 17, 2024

The Pro-Prefect of the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization has lauded the July 14-19 meeting of the sub-region Conference of Catholic Bishops in Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe as a special occasion for the people of God in the three Southern African nations.