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Catholic News in Africa
Suspected Mastermind of Massacre at Rwandan Catholic Parish in 1994 Genocide Arrested
Fulgence Kayishema, a former Rwandan police officer suspected to have ordered the killing of at least 2,000 Tutsis who were seeking refuge at St. Paul’s Nyange Catholic Parish of the current Nyundo Diocese during the 1994 genocide has been arrested in South Africa.
South Sudanese Diocese Plans “second collection” for Sudan War Victims on Pentecost Sunday
South Sudan’s Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio (CDTY) has planned for “a second collection” on Pentecost Sunday to support victims of the ongoing war in Sudan.
“A great joy for the Church”: Catholic Bishop on “Baba Simon”, Cameroon’s First Venerable
The recognition of the heroic virtues of the Servant of God Simon Mpeke, popularly known as Baba Simon, who becomes Cameroon’s first Venerable, is a “great joy for the Church” in the Central African nation, the Local Ordinary of Edéa, Baba Simon’s Diocese of origin, has said.
Focolare, Jesuit Entity Organize “Sports for Peace” Initiative for Teen Migrants in Kenya
The Focolare Movement and the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS) have partnered to organize “Sports4Peace”, sports festivals targeting 12-18-year-olds from refugee and migrant communities in Kenya’s capital, Nairobi, and Kakuma, a town in Northwestern Kenya, Lodwar Catholic Diocese, which has hosted a UNHCR Refugee Camp since 1992.
“That he may be released unharmed”: Prayer Appeal for Priest Abducted in Owerri, Nigeria
Nigeria’s Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri is appealing for prayers for the release of Fr. Matthias Opara, who was abducted on Friday, May 26 while returning from a Funeral Mass.
Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Decry “resurgence of mindless killings” after Dozens Massacred
The killing of “at least 130 people” in Nigeria’s Plateau State is a matter of “deep concern” for the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
“Urgent need”: Catholic Bishops in Mozambique on Promoting Biblical Pastoral Care
Catholic Bishops in Mozambique have emphasized the “urgent need” to promote Biblical Pastoral care in the Southern African nation.
“Hands off Africa”: Pope Francis Revisits Key Moments of Recent Trip to Africa in New Book
“Hands off Africa”, Pope Francis’ new book that was released May 22 features key moments of his Apostolic Journey to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), and the Ecumenical Pilgrimage of Peace in South Sudan from 31 January to 5 February 2023.
Restricted Movement, “communication is very difficult for us”: Missionary Priest in Sudan
A Catholic Missionary Priest ministering in violence-stricken Khartoum has lamented restricted movement in the Sudanese capital city, and difficulty in establishing communication with others amid continued violence in the Northeastern African nation since April 15.
High Court in Malawi Postpones Same-Sex Unions Ruling after Christian Leaders’ Outcry
The High Court in Blantyre, Malawi, has postponed the hearing meant to interpret Section 153 (c) of the Penal Code of the Southern African nation, which criminalizes consensual same-sex relations between two consenting adults to June 5 and June 6 from May 23.
Caritas Official Urges “meaningful participation” of Youth in Sierra Leonean Politics
Concerted efforts need to be made for the youth in Sierra Leone, especially women, to have a “meaningful participation” in politics and peacebuilding initiatives in the West African nation, the Executive Director of Caritas Freetown in the country has said.
Caritas Uganda Seeking Partners in “local production of reusable sanitary pads” Initiative
Caritas Uganda is seeking partners in an initiative that will see “reusable sanitary pads” locally produced, with school-going girls at a refugee center as beneficiaries.
Catholic Nuns “thankful” after Safe Evacuation from Sudan to South Sudan amidst Violence
Three members of the Religious Order of the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SHS) have expressed gratitude to the Vulnerable People Project (VPP), a Catholic apostolate dedicated to helping people escape conflict, for facilitating their safe evacuation from Sudan to South Sudan amid violence in the Northeastern African nation.
“Walk the talk”, Caritas Uganda Urges Developed Countries to Actualize COP27 Promises
Caritas Uganda officials have called on developed nations to owner their pledge to contribute to the loss and damage fund, which they made during the United Nations 27th Conference of Parties Climate Conference (COP27) in Egypt in last November.
“A great responsibility”: Bishop-elect for Port-Louis Diocese in Mauritius on Appointment
Mons. Jean Michaël Durhône, the Bishop-elect for Port-Louis Diocese in Mauritius has described his May 19 Episcopal appointment as “a great responsibility”.
Elect Parliamentary Heads Devoid of Partisan Bias: Christian Leaders in Nigerian State
Members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kaduna State are calling upon lawmakers in the West African nation to elect leaders in the Senate and National Assembly, who are not foster partisan biases.
In Evangelizing, Foster Unity: Catholic Bishop to Catechists in South Sudanese Diocese
The Catholic Bishop of Torit Diocese in South Sudan has underscored the value of oneness in evangelization, and called upon Catechists to foster it.
“May God touch their hearts”, Bishop in Burkina Faso Prays for Conversion of Terrorists
The Catholic Bishop of Dori Diocese in Burkina Faso has offered prayer for the conversion of terrorists, who he says have taken up arms against their people.
“Despicable, violent”: Catholic Bishops in DR Congo on Crackdown on Protesters
The reported use of force on peaceful protesters demanding better living conditions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has caught the attention of Catholic Bishops who have described the May 20 police excesses as “despicable and violent”.
Nigerian Catholic Priest Freed After Three Days in Captivity
Fr. Jude Kingsley Maduka, the Nigerian Catholic Priest who was abducted on May 19 while inspecting the site of a new adoration chapel has been set free.
