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“I count on your prayers”: Catholic Bishop in Ethiopia at Episcopal Ordination
The Coadjutor Bishop of the Eparchy of Emdeber in Ethiopia has said he is counting on the prayers of the people of God to succeed in his Episcopal Ministry.
Bishop Emeritus of Gambia’s Banjul Diocese Eulogized for “gentle way of doing things”
Tributes are pouring in for Bishop Robert Patrick Ellison, the Irish-born Bishop Emeritus of Gambia’s Banjul Diocese, who passed on at 82, with some remembering him for his “gentle way of doing things”.
Pope Francis Erects New Catholic Diocese in Guinea, Appoints Pioneer Local Ordinary
Pope Francis has erected the Diocese of Boké in Guinea and appointed Mons. Moïse Tinguiano, of the clergy of Conakry Archdiocese as its pioneer Bishop.
Angolan Catholic University Lauded for Commitment to Research, Training “new generations"
The Catholic University of Angola (UCAN) has been lauded for positioning itself among the most prestigious institutions in the Southern Africa country by contributing to quality research and training.
Emulate Jesus’ Upbringing, Raise Children in Godly Way: Kenyan Archbishop to Parents
The Archbishop of Kenya’s Nairobi Archdiocese has urged parents to emulate Mary and Joseph who raised Jesus in knowledge and wisdom.
Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Maintain Opposition to Fiducia Supplicans’ Recommendations
Members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) who are meeting for their First 2024 Plenary Assembly have maintained the stance of the Catholic Bishops in Africa on Fiducia Supplicans (FS), the Vatican Declaration permitting members of the Clergy to bless “same-sex couples”.
Catholic Bishops Urge “whole Church to intensify prayers for peace” in Eastern DR Congo
Catholic Bishops in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are appealing to the people of God in the Central African nation to show their solidarity with the inhabitants of the Eastern part of the country through intensified prayers.
Lent: Catholic Diocese in South Sudan Reflecting on Life, Livelihoods Sustainability
The people of God in South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambia (CDTY) have been called upon to reflect on what each one of them needs to do for the sustainability of life and livelihoods during the Lenten Season this year.
Respect “liturgical norms”: Catholic Archbishop to Liturgy Coordinators in Angola
Archbishop Luzizila Kiala of the Catholic Archdiocese of Malanje in Angola has called upon liturgy coordinators in the Southern African nation to adhere to the established norms in their apostolate during liturgical celebrations.
Pentecostalism in Nigeria “a greater concern than blessing of same-sex couples”: Scholar
The Catholic space in Africa’s most populous nation has been infiltrated by adherents to the Protestant Charismatic Christian movement, Pentecostalism, a Catholic Priest and scholar has told members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN).
Insecurity “persists” in Burkina Faso, 30 Parishes “remain closed, inaccessible”: Bishops
The persistent insecurity in Burkina Faso has taken a heavy toll on the pastoral activities of the local churches, with some 30 Parishes remaining inaccessible, Catholic Bishops in the West African nation have said.
Ghana Catholic Youths’ “Green Lent Initiative” to Foster Environmental Conservation
The Green Lent, an initiative of the Catholic Youth Network for Environmental Sustainability in Africa (CYNESA) in Ghana, aims to foster the care of the environment during the Lenten Season, CYNESA Coordinator has told ACI Africa in an interview.
Kenya Government’s “mess with” Health Insurance Fund Harming Healthcare Provision: Bishop
The current state of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), Kenya’s parastatal that provides universal health coverage (UHC) to citizens through a medical insurance cover, is harming the provision of healthcare to citizens of the East African nation, the Catholic Bishop of the country’s Homa Bay Diocese has said.
Amid Life’s Challenges, “remain focussed on Christ”: Bishop in Zambia in Lenten Message
Bishop Benjamin Phiri of Zambia’s Ndola Diocese has called on Christians to nurture a relationship with the person of Jesus Christ and maintain their focus on Him amid “many” life’s challenges.
Newly Installed Parish Priest in Angola Urged to Seek “everyone's cooperation”
The new Parish Priest of St. John the Baptist Cacuaco Parish Parish of Angola’s Caxito Diocese has been encouraged to seek the collaboration of “everyone” as he takes leadership of the Angolan Catholic Parish.
Pope Francis Appeals for Prayer “without getting tired” for Peace in Sudan, Mozambique
Pope Francis is appealing for spiritual solidarity with the people of God in Sudan and Mozambique following protracted violent conflicts in the two African nations.
Tanzanian Cardinal Takes Possession of Rome’s "Church of the Artists", His Titular See
The Local Ordinary of Tanzania’s Tabora Archdiocese, Protase Cardinal Rugambwa, has taken possession of his titular see, Santa Maria in Montesanto. The church, also known as the “Church of the Artists”, is one of the twin churches that sits in Rome’s Piazza del Popolo, alongside the adjacent Santa Maria dei Miracoli.
Empower Nigeria’s Youths with “relevant skills”, Give Them Dignity: Catholic Archbishop
Archbishop Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso of Nigeria’s Kaduna Archdiocese is advocating for youth empowerment in the West African nation.
Zambia’s Rising Cost of Living “undermines dignity”, Jesuit Scholars Urge Support Programs
The rising cost of living in Zambia is undermining the dignity of the citizens of the Southern African nation, officials of the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) based in the country’s capital, Lusaka, have said.
Angola “moving towards an authoritarian state”, Catholic Official Says, Decries Repression
The democratic space in the Southern African nation of Angola is “gradually” shrinking, the Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) has said.
