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New Apostolic Nuncio to Mali Says Country to Realize True Peace “only through dialogue”
The West African nation of Mali can “achieve true peace” and development only if the leadership and citizens embrace dialogue, the newly appointed Apostolic Nuncio to the country has said.
Pope Francis Appoints Native of Ivory Coast Apostolic Nuncio to Mali
Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Mambé Jean-Sylvain Emien, a native of Ivory Coast, as his representative in Mali and assigned him the Titular See of Potenza Picena in Italy with the dignity of Archbishop.
Catholic Bishops in Mali Appeal for Dialogue amid Sanctions by Regional Economic Bloc
Catholic Bishops in Mali have appealed for dialogue to find solutions acceptable to all citizens of the West African nation amid sanctions imposed by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and West African Economic and Monetary Union (UEMOA).
How Colombian Catholic Nun Touched Hearts of Her Kidnappers in Mali
Sr. Gloria Cecilia Narváez, the Colombian Catholic Nun who was released in October last year in Mali after spending close to five years in captivity has recalled the testimony she gave about her faith that touched the hearts of her kidnappers.
On Human Rights Day, Salesians Highlight Programs Fostering Insight into Youth Rights
On the annual Human Rights Day marked December 10, members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have highlighted their programs with young people across the world, including Africa, focusing on initiatives that help the youth understand their rights.
Christians in Mali Threatened by Imams’ “incessant verbal attacks”, Catholic Charity Says
A section of Imams who have been said to share the ideology of Jihadists in Mali are preventing Christians from worshipping freely through their threatening verbal attacks, Catholic charity and Pontifical foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International, has said.
Colombian Nun Kidnapped in Mali in 2017 Freed, Greeted, Blessed By Pope Francis at Vatican
Sr. Gloria Cecilia Narváez Argoti was kidnapped in 2017.
New Catholic Bishop for Mali’s San Diocese, Apostolic Nuncio to Burundi Appointed
Pope Francis has, in his latest appointments, named a new Bishop for the Catholic Diocese of San in the West African nation of Mali and his representative in Burundi.
“Take measures to ensure peaceful, inclusive, consensual transition”: Mali’s Faith Leaders
Religious leaders in Mali have appealed to the various stakeholders involved in the process of restoring calm in West Africa nation to “take all measures” that will guarantee “a peaceful, inclusive, and consensual transition” toward peace.
Religious Missionary Goes on Pilgrimage to Celebrate Freedom from Jihadists in Mali
Sunday, August 1 was a moment of thanksgiving for Fr. Pier Luigi Maccalli who was held in captivity for over two years after he was kidnapped from Niger and released in October last year.
Salesians Address Inequality in West Africa, Facilitate Formal Education in Senegal, Mali
On the occasion of the annual World Day against Trafficking in Persons marked July 30, members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) have highlighted their initiatives in addressing the challenge of inequality in West Africa, a factor that contributes to human trafficking.
Colombian Nun Abducted in Mali Appeals for “a great deal of prayers” in Latest Message
Sr. Gloria Cecilia Narvaez Argot, a Colombian Catholic Nun who has remained in captivity for the last four years following her abduction in Mali has sent a message to her family in which she appeals for hearty prayers for her safe release.
Salesian Missionaries in Mali Offering “healthy educational entertainment” to Needy Youth
Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) ministering in Mali are offering educational entertainment to “disadvantaged young” in the neighborhood of Bamako in the country’s Archdiocese of Bamako.
Four Abducted Alongside Catholic Priest in Mali’s Mopti Diocese Freed
Four people who had been abducted alongside a Catholic Priest in Mali’s Mopti Diocese on the morning of Monday, June 21 have been set free.
Catholic Priest among Five People Kidnapped in Mali’s Mopti Diocese
A Catholic Priest serving in Mali’s Mopti Diocese is among five people who were reportedly abducted Monday, June 21 morning by gunmen, a Cleric in the West African nation has confirmed.
Catholic Priest in Mali Says People Want End of Political Unrest, Return to Normalcy
People in Mali want to see the end of the ongoing political unrest and a return of normalcy in the country’s top leadership, a Catholic Priest who has weighed in on the current political situation in the country has said.
Catholic Bishops in Mali Strongly Condemn “seizure of power,” Urge Constructive Dialogue
Catholic Bishops in Mali have, in a collective statement, expressed their strong condemnation of what they call “seizure of power outside the legal process” in the West African nation and called for constructive dialogue.
Catholic Entities in Africa Join Global Calls to Address Hunger Facing Millions Globally
Catholic entities in Africa are among 264 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and civil society bodies that are calling on government leaders around the world to address hunger facing an estimated 270 million people globally.
Catholic Pontifical Organization Donates Towards Islamic Studies in West Africa
The Catholic pastoral charity and pontifical foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) has donated money towards the facilitation of Islamic studies for Priests and seminarians in West Africa.
Church in Mali Recounts “beautiful” Apostolate of Colombian Nun Abducted Four Years Ago
The Catholic Church is praying for the safe release of a Colombian nun who was abducted by jihadists linked to Al-Qaeda four years ago, leaving behind what has been described as a “beautiful, wonderful project” that sought to increase literacy among women in the West African country.
