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Religious Leaders in DR Congo “divided” Over Choice of Electoral Commission Chairperson
There is yet to be consensus among religious leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) over the person to head the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI), days after the faith-based leaders hinted to concluding the vetting process.
African Laity Encouraged to “be in touch with” Clergy, Religious amid COVID-19 Challenges
The need for the Laity in Africa to connect with members of the Clergy and women and men Religious at a time when people across the globe are struggling with COVID-19 challenges has been emphasized at a virtual conference organized by the Association of Member Episcopal Conferences in Eastern Africa (AMECEA).
Catholic Peace Entities Call for End to Military Approach in Mozambican Crisis
Experts in conflict resolution and Catholic peace entities have reported a worrying escalation of militarization in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado Province and urged the government of the Southern African nation to explore alternative ways to end violent conflict in the country.
Catholic Archbishop in Tunisia Highlights Challenges amid Protests, Uncertainty
The Archbishop of Tunisia’s Tunis Archdiocese has highlighted the challenges in the Northernmost African nation where citizens have taken to the streets of major cities, demanding that the government steps down.
Kenyan Bishop Eulogizes Priest for Manifesting “compassionate heart of the Good Samaritan”
The Catholic Bishop of Kenya’s Ngong Diocese has paid glowing tribute to his Priest who was laid to rest Tuesday, July 27, saying he manifested a “compassionate heart” that can be compared with that of the Good Samaritan in St. Luke’s Gospel.
In Revised Guidelines, Bishop in South Africa Urges Adherence to COVID-19 Protocols
In revised guidelines following the relax restrictions on public worship in South Africa, a Catholic Bishop in the country has urged the faithful to strictly adhere to COVID-19 preventive measures.
Militants in Nigeria Thriving on Porous Borders, Ransom, Illegal Mining
Boko Haram militants and other terrorist groups in Nigeria are finding it easy to engage in illegal trade across the country’s vastly porous border, a Catholic Priest in the West African country has told ACI Africa.
Religious Leaders in DR Congo Set to Announce New Head of Electoral Commission
Religious leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are expected to announce the person to be at the helm of the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) anytime from Tuesday, July 27.
Catholic Peace Entity Calls for Change in Tact in Addressing Cameroon’s Crisis
Catholic peace entity, Denis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI), has maintained its call for an alternative approach in the ongoing crisis in Cameroon’s English-speaking region, saying that the military tactic that the government is insisting upon is costing lives of many fighters on the side of the government.
Catholic Priest in South Sudan Blocks Discussions about Suspected Gold Treasure
The Parish Priest of a Catholic Mission of South Sudan’s Wau Diocese has written to the regional government of the State blocking discussions about gold and silver suspected to be buried by early missionaries where the Catholic Parish now stands.
Christian Youth Leaders in Nigeria Call for “immediate release” of Abducted Students
Christian youth leaders in Nigeria have called on the Federal government to facilitate the “immediate release” of students abducted from the Bethel Baptist High School in Kaduna State earlier this month.
Recently Freed Malian Catholic Priest Attributes His Release to “chain of prayer”
The Catholic Priest in Mali who was freed on July 13 after spending close to a month in captivity has, in a report, attributed his release to the series of prayers, including the Holy Rosary, which the people of God offered while he was being held by his abductors.
Catholic Archbishop in Nigeria Urges Government to Improve Social Services for Elderly
The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has called on the government of the West African country to provide favorable social security services for the elderly people to see them through their “earthly pilgrimage.”
Elderly “living encyclopedia”, Ugandan Bishop Says, Urges Youth to Learn from Grandparents
The elderly in society are “living encyclopedias”, the Catholic Bishop of Uganda’s Kasana-Luweero Diocese said Sunday, July 25.
Africans Invited to Interact with Bishops’ “Kampala Document” for Renewed Evangelization
The people of God in Africa have been invited to interact with the Kampala Document (KD) of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM), the 100-page publication that resulted from the discussions Catholic Bishops in Africa had at the conclusion of their year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations (July 2018 to July 2019).
Let’s “discern how to be church in the midst of a pandemic”: Catholic Bishop in Eswatini
The Catholic Bishop of Manzini, the lone Diocese in Eswatini has, in a report, invited the people of God in the Southern African nation to reflect on how to practice their Christian faith amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amid Leadership Challenges in Nigeria, “poor masses” Exploited: Catholic Archbishop
Nigeria’s “poor masses” are being exploited as the West African nation grapples with the issue of leadership, a Catholic Archbishop in the country has said.
Situation in South Africa Similar to “Israelite’s time in the desert”: Catholic Archbishop
A Catholic Archbishop in South Africa has favorably compared the situation in the country amid violent protests and COVID-19 pandemic with the experience of the people of Israel in the wilderness.
Nigerian Seminarian in U.S. Calls for "prayer backed up with action" to Counter Violence
Religious persecution is rampant in Nigeria, where militant groups such as Boko Haram carry out abductions that appear to target Christians, including priests. Sometimes clergy aren’t just kidnapped. They’re also killed.
Catholic Journalism Expert Reflects on the Moral Issues Around Privacy and Data
CNA spoke recently with Dr. William J. Thorn regarding the recent investigation which led to the resignation of Msgr. Jeffrey Burrill as general secretary of the US bishops’ conference.
