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Jude Atemanke

Jude Atemanke

Jude Atemanke is a Cameroonian journalist with a passion for Catholic Church communication. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from the University of Buea in Cameroon. Currently, Jude serves as a journalist for ACI Africa.

Families fleeing violence in the Cabo Delgado province in Mozambique. / Aid to the Church in Need (ACN International).

Catholic Aid Agency Reaches out to Mozambique’s Displaced, Bereaved amid Protracted Crisis

The leadership of the international Catholic pastoral charity and pontifical foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN International) is...

Fr. François Achille Eyabi, appointed Bishop of Cameroon's Eseka Diocese by Pope Francis Saturday, November 14, 2020. / Fr. François Achille Eyabi/Facebook Page.

Newly Appointed Bishop in Cameroon Says He’ll Foster Unity “for the growth of Diocese"

The newly appointed Bishop for Cameroon’s Eseka Diocese has told ACI Africa in an interview that he will seek to...

Some members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) at the end of the closing Mass of their Annual Plenary Assembly in the Diocese of Keta–Akatsi. / Facebook Page Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC).

Seven Issues of Concern Bishops in Ghana Want Addressed for National Transformation

Catholic Bishops in Ghana have, in a collective statement at the end of their Annual Plenary Assembly, outlined seven issues...

“You cannot regulate what you are not in control of”: Nigerian Cleric to Gov’t over SMedia

A Catholic Cleric in Nigeria has faulted government attempts in the West African nation to regulate social media engagement saying...

Christian Cardinal Tumi responding to questions from his captors.

What Cameroonian Cardinal was Told by His Captors During Nightlong Abduction

Details of what those behind the abduction of Christian Cardinal Tumi told him have emerged in a video shared on social...

Members of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) with President Felix Tshisekedi during an audience Monday, November 9, 2020. / Website National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO).

Prioritize Political Solution that “respects Congolese people”: Bishops to DRC President

Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have, in a collective memorandum, called on the President of the...

Christian Cardinal  Tumi, pictured after his liberation on November 6, 2020. / Kumbo Diocese in Cameroon.

Cameroonian Cardinal Freed After Nightlong Abduction “fine, in good health”

Christian Cardinal Tumi who was abducted Thursday, November 5 in the troubled North West region of Cameroon has been freed,...

Catholic Bishops in Ethiopia pray for an end to violence in the Horn of Africa nation. / Ethiopia Catholic Secretariat/Facebook Page.

Resolve “differences amicably, in spirit of respect, trust”: Bishops in Ethiopia

Following tensions between Ethiopia’s Federal government and the leadership of Tigray Regional State, Catholic Bishops in the Horn of Africa...

Cardinal-designate Antoine Kambanda with President Paul Kagame during his installation as Archbishop of Rwanda's Kigali Archdiocese.

Appointment of First Cardinal in Rwanda “great value for all, honor to Church”: President

A week after Pope Francis named Archbishop Antoine Kambanda of Rwanda’s Kigali Archdiocese among 13 new Cardinals who are expected to be...

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Burkina Faso and Niger (CEBN).

Burkina Faso’s Bishops Outline Four Conditions for Peaceful November Elections

Catholic Bishops in Burkina Faso have outlined four conditions that could guarantee peaceful presidential and parliamentary elections in the West...

Invoking Ethnic, Religious Sentiments Shifts “focus from noble cause”: Prelate in Nigeria

Attempts to invoke tribal and religious perspectives in the ongoing protests in Nigeria shifts the focus from the initial “noble...

Archbishop Antoine Kambanda of Rwanda’s Kigali Archdiocese, the only African Prelate among the 13 new Cardinals who were named Sunday, October 25.

“It was a big surprise for me, I did not expect it”: Rwanda’s First Cardinal-elect

Archbishop Antoine Kambanda of Rwanda’s Kigali Archdiocese, the only African Prelate among the 13 new Cardinals who were named Sunday,...

Archbishop Antoine Kambanda of Kigali Archdiocese among 13 new cardinals named by Pope Francis on Sunday, October 25.

African Prelate among 13 New Cardinals to be Created November 28, First-ever for Rwanda

Pope Francis on Sunday, October 25, named 13 new cardinals including Archbishop Antoine Kambanda of Rwanda’s Kigali Archdiocese who is expected to...

Promotional poster of the Documentary film, "Francesco."

Pope Francis’ Comment Not Departure from “Catholic Christian Marriage”: African Prelates

The statement by Pope Francis that has made global headlines and triggered a series of controversies is not a departure...

Our Lady of Victories Cathedral in Dakar Senegal set to resume public worship on November 1.

Ahead of “progressive resumption” of Public Worship in Senegal, Bishops Urge Prudence

Catholic Bishops in Senegal have announced the lifting of the suspension on the celebration of Mass in public effective November...

Catholic Bishops in Benin with President Patrice Talon.

Benin’s Bishops Want “objective, critical, constructive assessment” of President’s Tenure

Catholic Church leaders in the West African nation of Benin have called on citizens to make an “objective, critical and...

Archbishop Jean Patrick Iba-Ba of Gabon’s Libreville Archdiocese during an interview with journalists shortly after meeting with Gabon's Interior Minister.

Churches in Gabon to Reopen Despite Government Opposition, Bishops Say

Churches in Gabon will reopen for public worship on Sunday, October 25, the Catholic Bishops in the Central African nation...

Members of the Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO).

Six Issues of Concern in DR Congo Bishops Want Addressed While Safeguarding “Sovereignty”

Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have, in a collective statement at the end of their 57th Plenary...

Fr. Joakim Kamau Njani during the online seminar on “Popular Mission” organized by the Daughters of St Paul in Nairobi ahead of World Mission Sunday. / ACI Africa.

“Mission, an enterprise we must do in togetherness”: Kenyan Cleric Ahead of Mission Sunday

The need to cultivate fraternal collaboration in the ministry of evangelization has been emphasized on the eve of World Mission...

Religious leaders in Ivory Coast during an ecumenical prayer service held Wednesday, October 14. / Alliance of Religions for Peace in Ivory Coast (ARPI)

Ahead of Presidential Polls in Ivory Coast, Religious Leaders Appeal for Dialogue, Peace

Religious leaders in Ivory Coast have appealed for dialogue and peace ahead of the Presidential election scheduled for October 31...