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Pilgrims Throng Resting Place of Stigmatic Nun who Inspired Deep Eucharistic Devotion in Kenyan Catholic Diocese

Dec 10, 2024

About 100 pilgrims, eager to deepen their devotion to the Blessed Sacrament, left Kenya’s capital Nairobi on December 5, travelling some 273 kilometres to the Eucharistic Centre Burnt Forest, the resting place of Sr. Anna Ali of the Most Holy Eucharist in the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret.

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

Support “struggling pastoral areas”: Nigerian Catholic Archbishop Appeals to “sponsors” for Newly Created Worship Zones

Dec 10, 2024

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has appealed to the people of God under his pastoral care to support the ministry in the recently established centres of public worship that he said are “struggling” with limited infrastructure. 

Members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC). Credit: GCBC

“A generally successful election”: Ghana’s Catholic Bishops Commend Electoral Commission, Urge Stakeholder Dialogue

Dec 10, 2024

Members of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) have described the December 7 general elections as “generally successful”.

Bishop Juan Matogo Oyan. Credit: Ahoraeglive

Pope Francis Accepts Retirement of Local Ordinary of Bata Diocese in Equatorial Guinea

Dec 10, 2024

Pope Francis has accepted the retirement of Bishop Juan Matogo Oyan from the pastoral care of the Catholic Diocese of Bata in Equatorial Guinea.

Bishop Christian Carlassare of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan. Credit: Catholic Diocese of Bentiu

Newest Catholic Diocese in South Sudan Announces 2025 Centenary Celebrations with Calls for Hope and Peace

Dec 9, 2024

The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan, the country’s newest Episcopal See, has announced Centenary celebrations scheduled for May next year, to mark decades of evangelization of the Diocese that was carved out from the Catholic Diocese of Malakal.

Bishop John Mbinda of the Catholic Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya. Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN)

Keep “fire of faith burning”: Spiritan Bishop to Parishioners of Kenya’s Oldest Inland Parish at Anniversary Conclusion

Dec 9, 2024

Parishioners of St. Austin’s Msongari Parish, Kenya’s oldest Inland Catholic Parish, have been challenged to continue making manifest their Christian faith as they conclude the celebrations of the 125th anniversary celebrations.  

Africa’s Christian Professionals Laud Namibia’s 5th Family Conference as Dedication to Family as “cornerstone of society

Dec 9, 2024

Members of the Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF) have lauded Namibia for organizing a 5th Annual Family Conference, noting that the initiative underscores the Southern African nation’s recognition of the family as “the cornerstone of society.”

“You must not be bought”: Catholic Journalists in Angola Cautioned against Compromising Journalistic Independence

Dec 9, 2024

Catholic journalists in Angola have been urged to safeguard their journalistic independence, resisting any monetary influences that would compromise their professionalism.

Kenya’s Oldest Inland Catholic Parish Concludes 125th Anniversary Celebrations with Launch of Prayer Garden

Dec 8, 2024

St. Austin’s Msongari Parish of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has launched a Prayer Garden, a move that could see the oldest Catholic Parish in Inland Kenya become a destination for pilgrims seeking a space for prayer and fasting.

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Lesotho’s Major Seminary Lauded for 100 Years of Forming Evangelizers

Dec 8, 2024

The Inter-Regional Meeting of Bishops of Southern Africa (IMBISA) has congratulated the Major Seminary of St. Augustine of Roma in Lesotho as it marks 100 years since its establishment.

Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo

Pastoral Agents in Angola Told to Ensure Training of Alter Servers Receives the “seriousness it demands”

Dec 8, 2024

Archbishop Luzizila Kiala of the Catholic Archdiocese of Malanje has called on pastoral agents in the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo to prioritize the proper formation of altar servers, emphasizing their vital role in ensuring reverent and orderly liturgical celebrations. 

Archbishop Philip Subira Anyolo of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN). Credit: Capuchin TV

“Don’t rush to be like the world”: Catholic Archbishop in Kenya Cautions Consecrated against Distractions

Dec 7, 2024

Archbishop Philip Subira Anyolo of Kenya’s Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi (ADN) has urged Consecrated Persons to remain committed to their vows and avoid distractions that come from worldly desires.

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Nuncio in Ghana Lauds Caritas Disaster Risk Management Workshop as “practical embodiment” of Safeguarding the Earth

Dec 7, 2024

The Apostolic Nuncio in Ghana has commended Caritas Ghana for organizing a Community-led disaster risk management workshop, describing the initiative as a “practical embodiment” of Pope Francis’ call to safeguard the planet.

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola. Credit: Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo

Catholic Archbishop in Angola Condemns “inappropriate dances”, Other Abuses in Eucharistic Celebrations

Dec 7, 2024

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has urged pastoral and liturgical agents to be on the look-out for inappropriate activities during Eucharistic celebrations, and to urgently address abuses and irregular practices especially during Holy Mass in the Archdiocese. 

Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala (right) and Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku. Credit: CRN/CDTY

Physical Assault of Catholic Bishop in Sudan “not healthy”, South Sudanese Bishop Urges Respect for Faith Leaders

Dec 6, 2024

The Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) physical assault and injury of Bishop Yunan Tombe Trille Kuku Andali of Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of El-Obeid Diocese was a step in the wrong direction, Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala of  the Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) in South Sudan has said. 

Manuel Costa de Los Ríos. Credit: Inforpresse

Cape Verde Collaborating with Argentina in Advancing Cause for Possible Canonization of First Native Saint

Dec 6, 2024

The Catholic Church in Cape Verde is collaborating with that of Argentine in advancing the canonization cause for Manuel Costa de los Ríos, commonly known as “Negro Manuel” or “Slave Manuel,” a devout servant of Our Lady of Luján, patroness of Argentina. 

Fr. Celestino Epalanga, executive secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) in Angola and São Tomé. Credit: Vatican Media

Catholic Official in Angola Advocates for “care for the elderly, children” amid Drought Linked to El Niño Phenomenon

Dec 6, 2024

The Executive Secretary of the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace (CCJP) of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Angola and São Tomé (CEAST) is advocating for the care for senior citizens as well as children as Southern Angola grapples with drought linked to the El Niño phenomenon.

Barrister Edward Orgah, President of National Associate of Catholic Lawyers (NACL) Nigeria. Credit: ACI Africa

Catholic Lawyers in Nigeria Urged to Embrace Profession as a Vocation for Evangelization and Justice

Dec 6, 2024

Catholic lawyers in Nigeria have been called to look at their profession as a divine vocation and an opportunity to promote justice, peace, and the Catholic faith in society. 

President Joe Biden with Angola's President, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi. Credit: Jornal de Angola

Visit of U.S. President Joe Biden is “an excellent opportunity for Angola”: Catholic Archbishop

Dec 5, 2024

Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Catholic Archdiocese of Huambo in Angola has described the recent visit of the U.S. President Joe Biden in the southern African country as an important moment for the country, highlighting its potential to strengthen partnerships between the two nations,  and advance economic development in key sectors.

Archbishop Henryk Mieczysław Jagodziński during the Christmas reception at the Apostolic Nunciature in Pretoria. Credit: SACBC .

Nuncio in South Africa Says Nunciature “tangible expression” of Unity Celebrated at Christmas

Dec 5, 2024

The Papal representative in South Africa has emphasized the Apostolic Nunciature’s role as a symbol of communion between the Holy See, the local Church, and government authorities, likening the Nunciature’s mandate to the unity celebrated during the Christmas season.