Justin Assalé

Let’s Open Our Hearts to Be “more supportive” to Needy: Catholic Archbishop in Niger in Christmas Message

Archbishop Djalwana Laurent Lompo of Niamey Archdiocese in Niger has called upon the people of God to reach out to the needy in society,...

Golden Jubilee of Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Ivory Coast Ends with Call on Members to be “fishers of men”

Members of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal in Ivory Coast have been urged to embrace their identity as “fishers of men,”...

Coat of arms for Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo. Credit: Archdiocese of Abidjan

A Cross, Other Elements on Ivorian Cardinal-Designate’s Coat of Arms and Motto Explained

Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo, one of the two Archbishops from Africa to be created Cardinals, has explained the symbols and motto represented...

“Know when to leave”: Cardinal in Ivory Coast on Retirement from Episcopal Ministry

Jean-Pierre Cardinal Kutwa of Ivory Coast has underscored the importance of recognizing the right moment to step aside, using his retirement...

Cardinal-Designate in Ivory Coast Reiterates Catholic Bishops’ Call for Peace at Audience with Head of State

Archbishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abidjan in Ivory Coast has emphasized the Church’s commitment to fostering peace and development in...