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Catholic Bishop in Angola Encourages Young People to “keep the faith” amid Challenges
Bishop Maurício Agostinho Camuto of Caxito Diocese in Angola has encouraged young people in his Episcopal See to “keep the faith” despite the numerous challenges they face.
South Sudanese Bishop Honored Posthumously for Building Peace Village
The late South Sudanese Bishop Paride Taban is among the recipients of the 2023 Opus Prize, an annual faith-based humanitarian award that recognizes social entrepreneurship.
South Sudanese Bishop Paride Taban Teaches Priests to Go Beyond Preaching: Cardinal
South Sudanese Bishop Paride Taban who died at the age of 87 on the Solemnity of All Saint has been eulogized as a “man of the community”, and a model for priests who must put what they preach into action.
Catholic Priest Erects 12-Foot Crucifix to Unite Warring Nigerian Tribes
A Catholic Priest serving in Nigeria’s newly created Wukari Diocese in Taraba State which has a long history of tribal conflicts has erected a 12-foot crucifix in the Diocese to foster reconciliation among the warring tribes.
“We have lost our icon”: South Sudanese Cardinal Mourns Pioneer Bishop of Torit Diocese
The Bishop of South Sudan’s Catholic Archdiocese of Juba has paid tribute to Bishop Paride Taban who died on the Solemnity of All Saints, saying the East Central African nation has lost an “icon.”
Vatican Official Lauds African Catholic Journalists for Environmental Awareness
The Prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication has lauded Catholic Journalists in Africa under the umbrella body of the Union of the African Catholic Press (UCAP) for their dedication to address environmental issues.
Do Not Instill Fear in Your Employees, Angolan Bishop on Exercise of Authority
Bishop Belmiro Cuica Chissengueti of Angola’s Cabinda Diocese has urged managers to be conscious of the quality of the authority and power exercised over their employees, noting that employers who seek to instill fear in their subjects run the risk of being seen as authoritarian.
Built an "airfield": Five Interesting Facts about South Sudan's Bishop Paride Taban
Many people will remember Bishop Paride Taban of South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Torit who died on November 1 as a selfless leader whose efforts to bring peace in the war-torn country earned him numerous accolades.
Catholic Bishop Condemns Killing of Dozens in Morning Attack on Cameroonian Village
The Catholic Bishop of Mamfe Diocese in Cameroon has “vehemently condemned” the killing of innocent civilians following an attack at the new Layout Egbekaw, a locality within his Episcopal See.
“Church of our time needs to listen to the Spirit”: Congolese Archbishop on Synodality
Archbishop Marcel Utembi Tapa, the President of the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) who participated in the October 4-29 XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in Rome has underlined the need for the Church “to listen to the Spirit” and to foster “participation for all.”
South Sudanese President Pays Glowing Tribute to Bishop who “never abandoned his flock”
The President of South Sudan has paid tribute to Bishop Paride Taban who died on the Solemnity of All Saints, noting that the late Bishop never abandoned “his flock” when the people needed him.
These are the Four Ways to Identify a Catholic Priest: Bishop at Ordination in Kenya
A Catholic Priest sets himself apart for his obedience, trustworthiness, gentleness, and teamwork, the Bishop of Kenya’s Diocese of Bungoma has said.
Catholic Activists Launch Petition to Stop Distribution of Contraceptives to Ugandan Teens
Catholic activists under their umbrella body, CitizenGo Africa, have opposed the Ugandan Minister of Health’s (MoH) proposal to put girls from 15 years of age on contraceptives.
Prioritize “human resources” in Education, Health Centres: Bishop in Angola to Government
Bishop Martín Lasarte Topolansky of Angola’s Lwena Diocese has urged the government to prioritize “human resources” education and health facilities, especially those in rural areas.
Nigeria’s National Peace Committee Calls for “free, fair processes” Ahead of Repeat Poll
Members of the National Peace Committee (NPC) in Nigeria, among them some Catholic Bishops, are calling for “free and fair processes” ahead of Gubernatorial polls in three of the country’s States.
Salesians in Sierra Leone Rehabilitating Young Sex Workers
Members of the Institute of Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) in Sierra Leone are rehabilitating young girls who had been forced into prostitution at the Don Bosco Fambul.
Jesuit Scholars Urge Zambian Government to Expedite Availability of “affordable” Foodstuff
The Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection is calling on the government of Zambia to speed up the process of providing “affordable” maize flour, mealie meal, in the local market.
Christian Entity “welcomes” UN Experts' Letter on May 2022 Lynching of Nigerian Student
The Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has welcomed the Letter of Allegation, which five United Nations (UN) Special Procedure mandate holders sent to the government of Nigeria regarding the public lynching of Deborah Emmanuel.
World Day of Poor: Bishops in Malawi Urge Catholic Media to Foster “solidarity” Narratives
Catholic media entities in Malawi have been asked to raise awareness about the upcoming World Day of the Poor and encourage solidarity with poor members of society.
Nigerian Cardinal Urges President to Serve Indiscriminately after Court Upholds Win
John Cardinal Onaiyekan has urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to “now face his work” and serve all without bias after the Supreme Court affirmed his victory following the disputed February 25 presidential elections.
