Tag: Africa
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Catholic Bishops in Nigeria Maintain Opposition to Fiducia Supplicans’ Recommendations
Catholic Bishops in Nigeria uphold the ban on same-sex blessings, rejecting Vatican’s Fiducia Supplicans, citing concerns of unity and catholicity. READ MORE
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SECAM President Explains How Rejection of Fiducia Supplicans in Africa was Handled
Cardinal Ambongo of SECAM recounted his opposition to blessing same-sex unions and collaboration with Pope Francis to address the issue. READ MORE
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“Culture does not accept it”: Pope Francis on Africa’s Opposition to Fiducia Supplicans
Pope Francis clarified that the Vatican’s blessing for same-sex couples won’t be implemented in Africa due to cultural opposition and… READ MORE
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Reject, Ignore Fiducia Supplicans “in its entirety”, “in totality”: Two Bishops in Africa
Two African Catholic Bishops call for rejection of Vatican declaration allowing blessing of “same-sex couples” and “irregular situations”, citing doctrinal… READ MORE
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“Voluntarily repent and resign”: Pro-Lifers in Kenya to Pro-LGBTQ Supreme Court Judges
Kenyan pro-lifers, including religious leaders and MPs, are demanding the resignation of three Supreme Court judges who voted for the… READ MORE
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Malawi Facing “a looming hunger situation”: Catholic Bishops’ Commission
Malawi is facing potential starvation due to rising food prices and grain scarcity, with church officials criticizing the government’s inadequate… READ MORE
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Chad: A ‘small flock’ of Christians in the desert
Bishop Philippe Abbo Chen, the first native head of Chad’s Apostolic Vicariate of Mongo, discusses challenges in his area including… READ MORE
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Pressured Conversions Bring Shame and Stigma to Christian Families In Egypt
“Egyptian Christians face daily challenges in their communities from the pressures of the majority society around them.” READ MORE
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Cameroon: A new cathedral for the Diocese of Maroua-Mokolo
July 8th marks the consecration of the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin in Maroua, a city in northern… READ MORE
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Take Action to End “genocide” in Darfur, Sudan: Christian Leaders to AU, IGAD
At least half of the Sudanese population needs humanitarian aid and protection. READ MORE
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Children Continue to be Kidnapped and Killed in the Sahel
Children bear the brunt of the devastating impact of Jihadism. READ MORE
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DRC: The Church at the bottom of a mine
The miners work with primitive tools, small pickaxes, and shovels with shaved blades, so they can use them in the… READ MORE
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SUDAN – More fighting in Khartoum and Darfur: the number of civilian deaths increases
Around 600,000 Sudanese have fled to neighboring countries so far. READ MORE
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Researchers Foresee “mass exodus” of Young Nigerian Christians: This is Why
Tensions hindering the country’s democratic development are further exacerbated by the implementation of Shari’a Law. READ MORE
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Five Men Killed by Al-Shabaab Terrorists in Kenya
The killings come a week after three security officers were killed by terrorists. READ MORE
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Pastoral Work, Education at “standstill” in Sudan amid Violence: Religious Order Superior
“The Sisters were signs of hope for the people before escaping to South Sudan.” READ MORE
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Africa Becomes Focal Point of Global Terrorism According to UN Conference
African government officials raised concerns about the growing traction of Islamic extremism on the continent. READ MORE
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DRC bishops: “May the government accept its responsibilities”
The bishops say that the DRC is a sovereign state and cannot be pillaged with impunity. READ MORE
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At Least 45 Students Killed by ADF in Uganda
At the moment, we have counted 45 dead students. READ MORE
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Nigeria: Evidence of Discrimination of Christians
Religion should occupy the place given it under the Constitution. READ MORE
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Over 700 Christians Killed as “farewell gifts” to Nigeria’s Former President: Report
“The period under review also represents one of the bloodiest anti-Christian attacks in Nigeria.” READ MORE
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Catholic Parish of South Sudan’s Torit Diocese Looted a “sixth time” in Nighttime Robbery
These are not jobless people but organized people who are against the Church and the community. READ MORE
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Transition to Green Energy Likely to Cause Africa “Social, Ecological Devastation”
The worst scenario would be for the world’s wealthy nations to transition to green energy. READ MORE
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Nigerians Living “in a time of multiple needless deaths”: Catholic Archbishop
Catholics, “cannot be partaking of the Eucharist and be living in resentment towards other Nigerians.” READ MORE
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Priest killed in a road ambush in southern Nigeria
The murdered priest had recently been ordained. READ MORE
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Nigeria: bishop marks anniversary of church massacre
During Mass that day, explosives went off, and disguised gunmen opened fire inside the packed church. READ MORE
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Coptic Solidarity’s 11th Annual Conference on June 15-16 to Focus on Indigenous Rights of Egypt’s Copts
The conference additionally sheds light on the broader situation for minorities throughout the Middle East and North Africa region. READ MORE
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Eight Killed in Sunday Night Attack in the Congo
The ADF was listed as one of the worst terrorist groups. READ MORE
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Nigerian Catholic Priest Proposes Beatification of 2022 Pentecost Sunday Massacre Victims
“We will remain hopeful, focused, and nothing is going to deter us from worshiping our God in truth and in… READ MORE
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Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Decry “Resurgence of mindless killings” after Dozens Massacred
Boko Haram has been orchestrating indiscriminate terrorist attacks on various targets. READ MORE
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“Hands off Africa”: Pope Francis Revisits Key Moments of Recent Trip to Africa in New Book
“It is a valuable book.” READ MORE
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Catholic Nuns “thankful” after Safe Evacuation from Sudan to South Sudan amidst Violence
“As soon as they were evacuated, their first concern was that we wouldn’t quit.” READ MORE
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High Court in Malawi Postpones Same-Sex Unions Ruling after Christian Leaders’ Outcry
Legalizing same-sex unions would violate religious liberties. READ MORE
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Nigerian Catholic Priest Freed After Three Days in Captivity
Since 2009, Nigeria has been experiencing the Boko Haram insurgency. READ MORE
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How Nigerian Government is Overspending to Cover Up Christian Persecution
Over 50,000 Christians have been killed since the 2009 Islamic uprising. READ MORE
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Five-Year-Old Beheaded, 33 Killed in Nigeria, Christian Foundation Calls for Action
Attacks continue on Nigerians in Kaduna and Benue States unabated. READ MORE
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Over 50,000 Christians Killed in Nigeria Since 2009 Islamic Uprising: Intersociety Report
“Hypocrisies of Nigerian Christian leaders may turn church buildings into Turkish church monuments in 50 years’ time.” READ MORE
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Kenya’s Christian Professionals Vow to Restore Family Culture after Pro-Homosexual Ruling
KCPF members said they found the decision by the judges of the Kenyan Court disturbing, and that they were “deeply concerned”. READ MORE
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Kenyan Catholic Bishop to New Clergy: Promote Family Values as “your official duty”
“Teach about the values of a family; that is your official duty.” READ MORE
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Catholic Bishops in Kenya: Pro-homosexual Right Court Ruling “Seeks to destroy life”
The ruling “is unconstitutional, unwelcome, and should be withdrawn,” Catholic Bishops in Kenya say. READ MORE
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In Casablanca Declaration, International Group Launches Proposal to Ban Surrogacy Globally
“Human dignity must be defended at all times and in all places, and everyone has a part to play.” READ MORE
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Christian Professionals: Kenya’s Supreme Court Pro-Homosexual Rights Ruling Disturbing
In the ruling, LGBTQ entities can operate at will after they are registered in Kenya. READ MORE
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Seek “professional help”: Catholic Doctor in Kenya to Persons with Homosexual Tendencies
It is important to change young people’s mindset about sexuality. READ MORE
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Zambia’s Bishops Condemn Inclusion of “families of same-sex marriage” in School Curriculum
“Care must be taken not to sexualize the children.” READ MORE
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“It is going to wreck our society”: Catholic Bishop on Same-sex Union Advocacy in Kenya
“The present society seems to be incensing same-sex unions; this is not the will of God.” READ MORE
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Residence of Catholic Priests in Nigeria’s Sokoto Diocese Attacked, Two Priests Abducted
Bishop Angabe also decried the silence of the international community amid the suffering in Nigeria. READ MORE
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Catholic Diocesan Entity in Nigeria Confirms Killing of Parishioners by Fulani Herdsmen
“No place is safe anymore in Nigeria,” the Director of JPC in Makurdi Diocese said. READ MORE
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Christian Entity Calls for More Arrests, “murder charge” for Killers of Nigerian Student
“It is inexcusable that despite copious video clips depicting every stage of the pursuit, torture, and murder of Ms. Emmanuel… READ MORE
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