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Catholic News in Africa
Catholic Archbishop in Kenya Urges Youth to “refuse incitement” Ahead of General Elections
The Archbishop of Kisumu Archdiocese in Kenya has urged the young people in the East African country to shun inciting statements and to do everything within their power to ensure peaceful elections scheduled for August 9 are realized.
Church Leaders in Eswatini Lament “culture of mistrust, intolerance” amid Challenges
Representatives of Christian leaders in Eswatini under the auspices of the Council of Swaziland Churches (CSC) are concerned about “a new culture of mistrust and intolerance” that they say is emerging in the landlocked Southern African nation amid national challenges.
“Mob violence, no justice at all”: South African Archbishop Says amid Vigilante Attacks
A Catholic Archbishop in South Africa has cautioned against the use of mob justice in the country amid attacks by vigilante groups.
Nigeria “graduating” from Crisis to “other criminal elements”: Catholic Archbishop
A Catholic Archbishop in Nigeria has decried the fact that the country is witnessing crisis after crisis, the latest that is part of the series of “criminal elements” being last week’s bombing of a train, an incident in which at least nine lives were lost.
Catholic Bishops in Ghana Urge Prudence as Government Lifts COVID-19 Restrictions
Catholic Bishops in Ghana have called on the people of God in the West African nation to remain cautious about COVID-19 after the country’s President announced the easing of restrictions put in place to contain the spread of the disease.
Christian Entity Denounces Sentencing of Nigerian Activist, Says “excessively punitive”
A High Court in Nigeria’s Kano State has sentenced the president of the Nigerian Humanist Society to 24 years behind bars on blasphemy charges, a decision that Christian Solidarity Worldwide (CSW) has described as a “gross violation” of the right to the freedoms of expression.
Nigeria in Need of Leaders Who, Like Jesus, “courageously speak truth, live by it”: Bishop
Nigeria stands in need of leaders characterized with courage who, like Jesus Christ, “speak the truth and live by it”, the Catholic Bishop of the country’s Oyo Diocese has said in his message ahead of Palm Sunday.
Catholic Bishops in Kenya Say COVID-19 Fight Still on amid Lifting of Face Masks
Catholic Bishops in Kenya have called on the people of God in the East African country to maintain the fight against COVID-19 even after the country’s government announced the easing of the use of face masks in open places.
CAR Cardinal Reaches Out to Muslims Observing Ramadan, Says “we must always be together”
The Cardinal in the Central African Republic (CAR) has reached out to Muslims observing the Holy month of Ramadan with assistance as a sign of solidarity and said, “we must always be together”.
Newly Appointed Mozambican Bishop Pledges to Foster “love of life” in Episcopal Ministry
The promotion of “love of life” is to be the focus of the Episcopal ministry of Bishop Ernesto Maguengue when he takes canonical possession of the Catholic Diocese of Inhambane in Mozambique, he has told ACI Africa in an interview.
Jesuit Scholars in Zambia Urge State “to seriously consider preferential option for poor”
Jesuit scholars in Zambia are calling upon the government of the Southern African nation “to seriously consider” adopting the “preferential option for the poor”, one of the principles of the Catholic social teaching in which the well-being of the vulnerable in society is prioritized.
Humanitarian Aid in Ethiopia Not Changing Lives Despite Military Truce: Catholic Bishop
A Catholic Bishop in Ethiopia has said that the besieged people from the country’s Tigray region are not fully benefiting from the humanitarian aid that reaches the region despite a military truce that was promoted by the Prime Minister of the Horn of Africa nation, Abiy Ahmed Ali.
Papal Visit to South Sudan to Help Church “engage in reconciliation process”, Bishop Says
The planned Apostolic journey of Pope Francis to South Sudan later this year is an opportunity for the local Church to engage in the process of reconciliation, a Catholic Bishop in the East-Central African nation has said.
Ghanaian Catholic Priest Honored in U.S. for “devotion to residents” During Floods in Iowa
A Ghanaian Catholic Priest ministering in the Diocese of DesMoines in the U.S. has been honored “for his efforts, care, and devotion to the residents” of Hamburg, Iowa State during the 2019 floods.
Muslims, Christians “must not relent” in Praying for Nigeria: Bishop in Ramadan Message
Catholic Church leaders overseeing the department of Interreligious Dialogue in Nigeria’s Oyo Diocese have urged Christians and Muslims in the West African nation not to relent in fasting and praying “for a better Nigeria”.
Superior General of Mariannhill Missionaries Appointed Bishop in South Africa
Pope Francis has appointed the Superior General of the Congregation of Mariannhill Missionaries (CMM) as the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Kokstad in South Africa.
Salesian Entity Highlights Health Initiatives for Vulnerable in Africa on World Health Day
On the occasion of World Health Day marked April 7, an entity of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) has highlighted health initiatives that provide access to care for people living in poverty around the globe, including Africa.
Christian Leaders in Nigerian State Push for Leaders “treating everyone with dignity”
Christian leaders in Nigeria’s Kaduna State are advocating for a leader who are keen to foster the dignity of everyone and “a true servant leader” ahead of the general elections scheduled to take place next year.
Fratelli Tutti, Regional Challenges Focus of Planned Plenary of Bishops in West Africa
Catholic Bishops in West Africa are expected to deliberate on Pope Francis’ Encyclical Letter on human fraternity and social friendship, Fratelli Tutti and challenges facing the region during their Plenary Assembly scheduled for May in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.
Construction of Papal Dais in South Sudan Kicks Off, Catholic Bishop Blesses Ground
The construction of the Papal dais has kicked off in South Sudan’s capital city, Juba, with the blessing of the ground.
