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Catholic News in Africa
“Democracy is under attack”, Cardinal in Mauritius on Situation in Many Countries
Democracy is not functioning well in many countries across the globe, Maurice Cardinal Piat has lamented in an interview.
Regional Catholic Commission Seeking Justice for Victims of Coal Mining in South Africa
The Justice and Peace Commission of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has partnered with South African human rights lawyers to seek justice for victims of coal mining in South Africa.
Bishop in Southern Africa Decries rise in “invisible” Abortions among Teenagers
In South Africa, abortions are on the rise even though the vice is not being broadcast in public, the Bishop of South Africa’s Mthatha Diocese has said, and decried what he terms as “invisible abortions” in the country.
Nigeria’s Katsina-Ala Diocese to Launch Year of Youth on Feast of St. Jude Thaddeus
The Diocese of Katsina-Ala in Nigeria is set to launch the Year of the Youth on the Feast of St. Jude Thaddeus, scheduled for October 28.
“A wonderful adventure”: Cardinal in Mauritius on 30 Years as Bishop of Port Louis Diocese
Maurice Cardinal Piat has described his 30 years as Bishop of Port Louis Diocese in Mauritius as “a wonderful experience.”
Muslim Leaders in Nigeria Faulted for Rejecting Governor’s Nominees on Religious Basis
Members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Nigeria's Lagos State have faulted the Joint Muslim Forum (JMF) for rejecting the state governor's list of cabinet nominees citing underrepresentation.
Pakistan's Christian Community Under Siege Following Qur'an Desecration Claims
Churches and Christian homes in eastern Pakistan were targeted in a series of mob attacks on Wednesday, following allegations that a Christian individual desecrated the Qur'an.
“Do not shy away from witnessing Christ”, Catholic Schools in Kenya Told
Principals of Catholic Schools in Kenya have been urged to maintain high moral standards in the institutions they manage, and to never shy away from witnessing Christ to nurture holistic learners that are morally and spiritually equipped.
Vatican Official Urges South Sudanese to Remain Committed to Peace and Reconciliation
The Vatican Secretary of State who arrived in South Sudan on August 14 has urged the people of God in the East-Central African country to continue working towards building a united and peaceful nation by embracing the spirit of peace and reconciliation.
After Prayers for Peace, Catholic Bishops in Togo Reaffirm Solidarity with People of Niger
After organizing a “triduum prayer” for peace in Niger following a July 26 military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from power, members of the Episcopal Conference of Togo (CET) have reaffirmed their solidarity with people of the West African nation.
Archbishop in South Africa Condemns Violent Protests as Scores Die in Taxi Strikes
The Archbishop of South Africa’s Cape Town Archdiocese has condemned recent taxi strikes that turned chaotic leading to the death of at least five people, saying that protests should not be used to promote dangerous and anti-democratic activities in the country.
Vatican Secretary of State to Meet Returnees from Sudan in Four-Day Visit to South Sudan
The Vatican Secretary of State has arrived in South Sudan, with the intention to meet people fleeing violence from neighboring Sudan, among other activities lined up for his four-day stay in the East Central African country.
Sanctions on Niger "must be rapidly lifted or at least revised”: Catholic Bishops in Benin
Members of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB) have called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to “rapidly” lift or revise sanctions imposed on Niger following the July 27 announcement of a coup in the country.
“Receive everyone without discrimination”: Congolese Cardinal to New Bishop
Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo has invited the new Auxiliary Bishop of Kisangani Archdiocese in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to build his episcopal ministry around the practice of unconditional love, embracing all the people of God under his pastoral care “without distinction.”
Pope Francis Erects New Catholic Diocese in Chad, Appoints Pioneer Local Ordinary
Pope Francis has erected the Diocese of Koumra as a new Episcopal See in Chad and appointed Mons. Samuel Mbairabé Tibingar as its pioneer Bishop.
The Catholic Church in Africa is a Blessing
When participants gather in Rome at this fall’s Synod on Synodality to reflect how the global Catholic Church can better communicate the saving love of Jesus for all humanity, a vast continental contrast in opinions will be on prominent display. And the tension can be summed up by two opposing questions.
Catholic Priest Pens Colorful Tribute to Sierra Leone’s First Native Bishop
Archbishop Emeritus Joseph Henry Ganda was a trailblazer whose legacy will live on among Sierra Leoneans where he was the first African Bishop, a Priest in the West African country has said in his tribute to the Church leader who died aged 91.
Interreligious Dialogue “promising way of fostering tolerance”: Catholic Bishop in Benin
Interreligious dialogue is the only way to foster peace and tolerance between various faiths in Benin, Bishop Bernard de Clairvaux Toha Wontacien of Djougou Diocese in Benin has said.
Nigeria Can Still Rise from the Present Pains and Liabilities: Catholic Bishops
All is not lost for Nigeria which just came from the 2023 general election that was marred with irregularities and violence, Catholic Bishops in the West African country have said in their message to encourage the people of God in the country not to give up in the face of challenges.
Biggest Lesson for Pastoral Caregivers in Africa from Blessed Isidore Bakanja
Blessed Isidore Bakanja whose feast day is August 12 teaches a lot about sacrifice, a virtue that is key for pastoral caregivers, especially Catechists.
