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Catholic Bishops in DR Congo Want President to Reject “endorsed” Electoral Chairman
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are calling on President Félix Tshisekedi to reject the candidate that members of the National Assembly have endorsed to head the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI).
Religious Leaders in Nigeria Demand Arrest, Prosecution of Pastor's Killers
The Nigeria Inter-Religious Council (NIREC) is calling on the security agents in the West African nation to ensure that those behind the Pastor Yohanna Shuaibu are arrested and charged.
“Put a complete stop to ongoing killings”: South Sudan’s Equatoria State Religious Leaders
Religious leaders in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State are calling on the country’s government to intervene and put an end to what they have described as “the continuous culture of killings going on the State”.
Kenyan Catholic Archbishop among Religious Leaders in Renewed COVID-19 Fight at the Coast
The Catholic Archbishop of Kenya’s Mombasa Archdiocese is among religious leaders spearheading a renewed fight against COVID-19 in the country’s Coastal region.
Religious Leaders in Africa Commit to end Human Trafficking at Joint Declaration
Religious leaders from West and Central Africa have jointly declared to use their positions in the society to end slavery and human trafficking, which have been said to rise during the COVID-19 pandemic, with traffickers “preying on the vulnerable.”
Congolese Cardinal Criticizes Attack on His Residence, Thanks Faithful for Solidarity
The Archbishop of Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has criticized the recent storming of his residence and thanked the Catholic faithful for standing with him in prayer.
Religious Leaders in DR Congo “divided” Over Choice of Electoral Commission Chairperson
There is yet to be consensus among religious leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) over the person to head the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), days after the faith-based leaders hinted to concluding the vetting process.
Religious Leaders in DR Congo Set to Announce New Head of Electoral Commission
Religious leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are expected to announce the person to be at the helm of the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) anytime from Tuesday, July 27.
Religious Leaders in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State Condemn Ongoing Violence
Religious leaders serving in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria State have condemned “in the strongest terms possible” the ongoing violence between members of the Azande and Balanda communities in Tombura County, a territory covered by the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio.
Sensitize Tanzanians about COVID-19, President Urges Catholic Bishops, Religious Leaders
Tanzanian President has called upon Catholic Bishops and other religious leaders in the East African country to be part of COVID-19 sensitization initiatives, reminding the people of God under their care “of the need to protect ourselves.”
DR Congo Church Leaders Want Poll Body to Have Civil Society in Majority of Members
The National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) and the Church of Christ in Congo (ECC) are recommending that in the composition of the Independence National Electoral Commission (CENI), civil society members constitute the majority.
Mauritius’ Religious Leaders Commit to Help People Adversely Affected by COVID-19 Lockdown
Members of the Council of Religions in Mauritius have pledged to continue reaching out to the people of God who have been adversely affected by the COVID-19 lockdown in the Indian Ocean Island nation.
Nigerian Archbishop Calls for Proper Training of Religious Leaders to Tame Intolerance
Training institutions for religious leaders in Nigerian have been called upon to churn out preachers who are keen on respecting other people’s religions and acting in the interest of love, peace and common humanity.
Kenyan Catholic Activists, Religious Leaders Want Churches Opened for Easter Celebrations
Hope for this year’s Easter celebrations for a section of Kenyans crashed on Sunday, March 28 when their respective places of worship remained closed for a second time in adherence to the presidential directives of last Friday.
Benin’s Religious Leaders Seek “peace that comes from God” Ahead of Presidential Election
Religious leaders in the West African nation of Benin are praying for peace ahead of the presidential election scheduled to take place on April 11.
“Endangering lives by gathering not an act of worship”: Religious Leaders in Mauritius
In the wake of a surge in reported cases of COVID-19 in Mauritius, religious leaders in the Indian Ocean Island nation have underscored the need to adhere to government guidelines prohibiting gatherings.
Uganda’s Religious Leaders Condemn “brutal arrest of political candidates”
Religious leaders in Uganda have expressed concerns about the latest violent activities in the country, condemning the arrest of two presidential candidates.
Ghana’s Religious, Civil Leaders Petition President over Plant Variety Protection Bill
Religious leaders and heads of civil societies in Ghana have launched an online petition seeking to block the legislation of the Plant Variety Protection Bill, 2020.
Uganda’s Religious Leaders Raise Concerns over Corruption in Judiciary, Call for Reforms
Religious leaders in the East African nation of Uganda have raised concerns over corruption bedeviling the country’s courts and called on the relevant administrative stakeholders to root out the vice.
After Teacher Beheaded, Some in France Turn to Fr. Jacques Hamel
Religious leaders gathered at a memorial to slain French priest Fr. Jacques Hamel Sunday, following the beheading of a Paris school teacher in an Islamist terror attack.
