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Catholic Church in Senegal
Catholic Church in Senegal Decries “persistent stigmatization” following Prime Minister’s Remarks on Church-Run Schools
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal have condemned Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s remarks in which he refers to Catholic private schools as “foreign institutions.”
Catholic Laity in Senegal “outraged” at Prime Minister’s Remarks on Muslim Headscarf in Schools
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal have condemned Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko’s remark on the wearing of Muslim headscarf (hijab) in institutions of learning.
Pope Francis Appoints New Local Ordinary for Ziguinchor Catholic Diocese, Senegal
The Holy Father has appointed Mons. Jean Baptiste Valter Manga Bishop of Senegal’s Catholic Diocese of Ziguinchor.
Africa’s Christian Professionals Wish Senegal’s New President “God’s wisdom, grace, guidance”
Members of the Africa Christian Professionals Forum (ACPF) are wishing Senegal’s new President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye God’s graces and wisdom.
Catholic Students in Senegal Condemn “violence, tragic deaths” in Vote Delay Protests
Members of the Young Christian Students of Senegal (JEC/S) are displeased with acts of violence that have resulted in the death of innocent citizens amid protests against the February 3 decision of President Macky Sall to postpone the presidential poll that had been scheduled to take place on February 25.
Postponing Polls Threat to Senegal’s “enviable democratic credentials”: Catholic Entity
The decision to postpone of the presidential elections in Senegal threatens the West African country’s democratic reputation, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has said.
Catholic Laity in Senegal in “total disagreement” with Postponing General Elections
Members of the National Laity Council (CNL) in Senegal do not approve of the decision to postpone the general elections that were previously scheduled to take place on February 25.
“Baffled by what's going on”: Archbishop in Senegal on Postponing General Elections
The decision to postpone the general elections in Senegal, previously scheduled to take place on February 25, is difficult to comprehend, Archbishop Benjamin Ndiaye of the country’s Dakar Archdiocese has said.
Vatican Secretary of State Lauds Muslim-Christian “respectful coexistence” in Senegal
The Vatican Secretary of State has lauded the “peaceful and respectful coexistence” between Muslims and Christians in the West African nation of Senegal.
The “resurgence” of Illegal Immigration in West Africa a Concern for Catholic Bishops
Catholic Bishops of the four-nation Conference in West Africa are concerned about the “resurgence” of migration of people in violation of laws of immigration.
Senegal President Not Seeking Reelection “to reduce tension, calm hearts”: Catholic Laity
The decision by President Macky Sall of Senegal not to seek reelection in Presidential elections scheduled for February 2024 will go a long way in addressing diffusing the socio-political tension that has characterized the West African nation, and calming hearts of Senegalese, the Catholic Laity in the country have said.
Religious Order Seeking “forgiveness” for Former Member’s Abuse of Minors in Senegal
The Order of Poor Clerics Regular of the Mother of God of the Pious Schools (Piarists) in Catalonia, Spain, is seeking “forgiveness” for the sexual abuse of minors that a former member, Manel Sales Castellà, committed while serving as a missionary in Senegal between 1980 and 2005.
“We call for reason, restraint, responsibility”: Bishops in Senegal amid Deadly Protests
Catholic Bishops in Senegal are “very concerned” about the violent protests in the country that have resulted in the loss of at least nine lives, and are appealing for “restraint”, and for reason to prevail over emotions.
How Salesians in Africa are Fostering International Day of Sport for Development, Peace
On the occasion of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) 2023, marked April 6, members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have highlighted initiatives they have undertaken across the globe, including Africa, to foster the celebration of the annual event.
Pope Francis Accepts Retirement of Catholic Bishop of Saint-Louis Diocese in Senegal
Pope Francis has accepted the retirement of Bishop Ernest Sambou from the pastoral care of the Catholic Diocese of Saint-Louis in Senegal.
Pope Francis Condoles with Victims of Senegal’s Tragic Road Accident, Expresses Closeness
Pope Francis has condoled with victims of the tragic road accident in Senegal that reportedly killed at least 40 people and injured dozens more on Sunday, January 8.
How Nuns in Senegal are Sustaining New Community amid Prolonged Drought, Limited Resources
Members of the Religious Congregation of the Poor Clares who recently established a community in the Catholic Archdiocese of Dakar in Senegal are working against all odds, including prolonged drought and limited resources, to sustain their mission in the West African country.
Catholic Bishops in West Africa Concerned about “high cost of living”, Call for Solidarity
Catholic Bishops of the four-nation Conference in West Africa are concerned about the “high cost of living” in their respective countries.
Muslim Leaders in Senegal Resisting External Extremism, Committed to Fraternity: Bishop
Religious leaders from different faith groups in Senegal have maintained a commitment to live in harmony with each other, a Catholic Bishop in the West African nation has said, adding that Muslim leaders in particular have expressed a commitment to resist the influence of extremism that is reining in the country’s neighbors.
Catholic Bishops in Senegal Urge Politicians to “dialogue in truth” Ahead of Elections
Catholic Bishops in Senegal have, in a collective statement, urged politicians in the West African nation to prioritize “dialogue in truth” for a peaceful legislative election scheduled for July 31.
