Advertisement
Catholic News in Africa
Caritas Rwanda Launches Rehabilitation Program for Malnourished Children
Over 100 malnourished children in Rwanda’s Rulindo District in the Catholic Archdiocese of Kigali are beneficiaries of a comprehensive rehabilitation program that Caritas initiated in the East African nation.
“Calm in the streets”: Catholic Priest Weighs in On Situation in Niger After Coup
Nigerien streets are experiencing calm following a military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from power, a Catholic Missionary Priest serving in Niger’s capital city of Niamey has said.
Catholic Bishops in Africa to Focus on “practical experience of Synodality” on SECAM Day
Members of the Symposium of Episcopal Conference of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) are expected to deliberate on the “practical experience” of the Synod on Synodality on the occasion of the annual SECAM Day.
Catholic Archbishop in Cameroon Wants Government to Commit to Resolving Anglophone Crisis
Archbishop Samuel Kleda of Douala Archdiocese in Cameroon has called on the government to commit to resolving the protracted Anglophone crisis in the Central African nation.
Make Agriculture Attractive to Our Youth: Catholic Priest in Sierra Leone
The Executive Director of Caritas Freetown in Sierra Leone is rallying for the strengthening of the country’s agricultural sector to attract young people who he says have resorted to begging on the streets of the West African country.
WYD 2023 an opportunity to Experience “worldwide Church”, Archbishop in South Africa
The World Youth Day (WYD) 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal is a manifestation of “the worldwide Church” as it will bring together pilgrims from across the globe, the Archbishop of South Africa’s Johannesburg Archdiocese has said.
Let’s “all fulfill our mandate”: Catholic Bishop in Malawi on Africa’s Debt Crisis
Bishop Martin Anwel Mtumbuka of Malawi’s Karonga Diocese is calling upon African governments, development partners, civil societies, the private sector, and creditors to do what’s expected of them to address the debt crisis in the world’s second-largest continent.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria Back Protests to End Forced "sit-at-home" Order
Christian leaders in Nigeria’s Enugu State have joined civil society entities that are opposed to the forced “sit-at-home” order issued by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), a separatist group in the West African country.
Catholic Bishop-Elect in Zimbabwe Pledges to Foster “self-reliance, true local church”
The Bishop-elect of Zimbabwe’s Catholic Diocese of Gokwe has underscored the need to strengthen a self-reliant and “true local church) in the country, noting that the vision of the Zimbabwean Diocese under his leadership will be crafted and implemented by the people of God.
Pope Francis Lauds Uganda’s Generosity in Welcoming Migrants, Refugees
Pope Francis has, during an audience with Uganda’s Prime Minister (PM), Robinah Nabbanja, lauded the East African nation for demonstrating generosity in welcoming migrants and refugees.
“Very difficult to bear”: Archbishop in Cameroon on Dozens Killed in Collapsed Building
The loss of dozens of people as a result of the collapse of the four-storey building in Douala is a tragedy that is “very difficult to bear” Archbishop Samuel Kleda of Douala Archdiocese in Cameroon has said.
Newly Ordained Catholic Bishop in Angola Urged to Foster Episcopal “service, not honor”
Bishop Firmino David, the newly Consecrated Bishop of Angola’s Sumbe Diocese will need to foster “service and not honor” during his Episcopal ministry.
Pioneer Catholic Bishop of Kenyan Diocese Eulogized as “courageous man, gentle soul”
Bishop Paul Darmanin, who was at the helm of the Catholic Diocese of Garissa since its establishment in 1984 till his retirement in December 2015 has been eulogized as a man of great courage.
Help Realize “the Malawi you want, utilize your influence”: Bishop to Catholic Women
Members of the Catholic Women Organisation (CWO) in Malawi have been challenged to help realize the country they want, where current challenges are addressed.
New “stitching” Course at Salesian Institute in South Africa Empowering Young Women
Young women enrolled at the Salesian Institute Youth Projects’ Waves of Change program in South Africa’s Cape Town Catholic Archdiocese are receiving additional skills that are contributing to their empowerment.
WYD 2023: African Digital Faith Influencers Urged to Be Faith Pilgrims, “not tourists”
A section of the African Digital Youth Faith Influencers (ADYFI) who are to participate in the World Youth Day (WYD) 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal, have been reminded that they are embarking on a pilgrimage of faith and not a fun tour.
Major Seminaries in Burundi Set Limit to Enrollment amid “boom in vocations”
Major Seminaries in Burundi have been forced to regulate their enrollment as the number of young people seeking to join Priestly and Religious Life continues to rise in the Eastern African country.
Pope Francis Calls for “urgent aid, assistance” to Migrants in Northern Africa
Pope Francis is calling upon governments in Africa and Europe to urgently help migrants in North Africa, who he said are undergoing “unspeakable suffering”.
Nigeria’s Small-scale Farmers Playing “crucial role” in Food Security: Christian Leaders
Small-scale farmers in Nigeria are playing a “crucial role” in addressing the challenge of food security in Africa in general, and the West African nation in particular, members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) have said.
Last Minute Preparation Tips for Africans Participating in World Youth Day in Portugal
Angela Azuma from Ghana has participated in two World Youth Day (WYD) events and is gearing up for the third one taking place in Portugal’s capital city, Lisbon, between August 1-6.
