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COVID-19
“It is time to give back what God has given me”: Congolese Nun at Italian COVID-19 Centre
A nun from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a “frontline soldier” against COVID-19 in Italy as a medical doctor, recently described her service as giving back to humanity the gift of God to her.
Pro-life Leaders Call for Coronavirus Vaccine Without Abortion Ties
Development of an effective, safe and widely available vaccine for the novel coronavirus is deeply important, but its development should avoid unethical links to abortion, said pro-life leaders in a letter to the Trump administration.
Is Ghana Paying for Ignoring Catholic Bishops’ 2014 Public Health Recommendations?
Key recommendations in a report that was drafted by the Catholic Bishops in Ghana on the country’s Public Health Act, among them provision of quality healthcare, is what Ghana needed to fight COVID-19 pandemic in the country, a Church official in the West African country has said.
Nuncio in Zimbabwe Responds to Bishops’ Appeal, Donates COVID-19 Medical Supplies
The Apostolic Nuncio in the Southern Africa nation of Zimbabwe has responded to an appeal made by the Catholic Bishops in the country for assistance in the fight against COVID-19, donating medical supplies and cash amounting to US$30,000.00.
“In addition to prayer, we give free masks to less privileged”: Church in Ivory Coast
The Catholic Church in the West African nation of Ivory Coast has started the distribution of face masks to members of society considered “less privileged and vulnerable” in an exercise meant to complement daily prayers, the Secretary General of the Bishops’ conference has said.
Kenya-based Religious Order Ordains 8 Members with 6 Witnesses in Attendance
The Kenya-based Religious Congregation of the Contemplative Evangelizers of the Heart of Christ (CECC) had the priestly ordination of its eight members held with a limited number of participants in line with government directives over COVID-19.
Tanzania’s President Declares Three Days of National Prayer Over COVID-19 Pandemic
In the East African nation of Tanzania where, unlike in other countries in the region, places of worship have remained open amid COVID-19 restrictions, the President declared three days of national prayer “for God’s protection and healing.”
Kenyan Court Frees Cleric Accused of Spreading COVID-19 on US$1,500 Cash Bail
The magistrate at Kenya’s Milimani Law Court, Martha Nanzushi has freed Fr. Richard Oduor, accused of “negligently” spreading COVID-19, on a cash bail of KES.150,000.00 (US$1,500.00) and ordered him to go into a 14-day self-quarantine after he pleaded not guilty to the charges, Fr. Richard’s legal representative has told ACI Africa.
US-based Salesian Missions Supporting COVID-19 Prevention Measures in South Sudan
In an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the world’s youngest country, South Sudan, Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) is facilitating prevention measures at an internally displaced persons’ (IDPs) facility.
“Closure of all borders to curb spread of COVID-19” Among Suggestions of Bishops in Benin
The Catholic Christian Observatory for Governance (OCCG), an organ of the Episcopal Conference of Benin (CEB), has called on the government of President Patrice Talon to immediately close “all borders” and to put in place appropriate measures to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the West African country.
“I look forward to working with everybody”: Archbishop-elect of Bloemfontein, South Africa
The Archbishop-elect of South Africa’s Bloemfontein Archdiocese is looking forward to a collaborative ministry with the people of God who will be under his care, he has said in an interview.
Matthew’s Gospel-Inspired Facility Reviving Hope among HIV Patients in Ghana
A HIV support and care organization named after a verse in the Gospel of Matthew is living up to its purpose of providing home to thousands of Persons Living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHAs) in Ghana under the auspices of the Catholic Diocese of Koforidua.
Amid COVID-19, “let us support Church’s ministry to poor, vulnerable”: Zambia Bishops
At a time when governments across the globe have been forced to expend their resources in the fight against the spread of COVID-19, Bishops in the southern Africa nation of Zambia are encouraging the people of God in their country to reach out to the poor and vulnerable in their midst rather than expect foreign donations.
A Nigerian Diocese Avails Pastoral Centre to the State as COVID-19 Isolation Facility
The Catholic Diocese of Yola in Nigeria has made available its Pastoral Center to the State of Adamawa to be used as a facility to isolate people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Prosecutor Asks More Time “to complete investigations” in Kenyan Cleric Case over COVID-19
The government of Kenya through the Director of Public Prosecutions is seeking more time “to complete investigations” in the case of the Kenyan-born Catholic priest, Fr. Richard Oduor, over allegations that he “knowingly” spread COVID-19.
Church Leaders Across Africa Share Messages of Hope amid “silent Easter” Celebrations
Bishops in Africa have, individually and collectively, offered messages of hope to the people of God on the continent in their respective Easter messages amid “silent Easter” celebrations due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Catholic Medics in Ghana Decry Shift of Attention from Meningitis amid COVID-19 Fight
The recent outbreak of meningitis in Ghana, with over 30 reported deaths in three months, is a worrying situation in the West African nation, according to Catholic medics in the country. They say that the relevant institutions in their country has shifted attention from the deadly viral infection in favour of the fight against COVID-19.
Cardinal Tagle Urges Leaders to Ensure Healthcare for All in COVID-19 Crisis
In his Easter message, the president of Caritas Internationalis called on governments to ensure access to healthcare and social protections for all amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Francis’ Easter Blessing: May Christ "heal the wounds of an afflicted humanity"
In his Easter blessing, Pope Francis called on humanity to unite in solidarity and look to the risen Christ for hope amid the coronavirus pandemic.
“One day, we will see them all”: Cardinal Pell to Italians about Those Dead of COVID-19
In a video message sent to his Italian friends to mark Easter Sunday, Cardinal George Pell recalled the joy of Christ’s Resurrection, and said that despite coronavirus measures He is close to each of us.
