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Bishops warn Congo war could erupt into regional conflict
As the conflict continues to ravage the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, the Association of Episcopal Conferences of Central Africa has issued a stark warning about the real possibility of the violence spreading throughout the region. Source: Crux.
Albanese and Dutton urged to speak out about Congo ‘bloodbath’
Brisbane Catholic Simon Chibalonza fears for his family and the lives of millions of innocent people after M23 rebels launched a new offensive in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Redemptorist on the power of faith in war-torn Congo
In an interview with “Common Home TV”, a Redemptorist brother from the Democratic Republic of Congo has discussed the realities of war, displacement, and the power of faith amidst it all. Source: Redemptorists of Oceania.
Locals call for prayer as 70 bodies found in Congo church
Locals at a village in the embattled North Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo are appealing for prayers after approximately 70 bodies were found inside a church building in the village. Source: CNA.
Vatican praises Burkina Faso for fight against terrorism
Cardinal Pietro Parolin has praised authorities in Burkina Faso for their effort to regain control of the country, which has suffered attacks by Islamist terrorism. Source: Crux.
Bishops call for action to stop rebel force in Congo
After the M23 Rwanda-backed rebels occupied Bukavu, in eastern Congo on Sunday, Catholic bishops and experts warned this offensive signalled a clear intent to establish a permanent foreign presence in the region. Source: OSV News.
African campaigners launch debt cancellation campaign
Pope Francis’ call for debt cancellation in the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope has inspired similar action among Catholic bishops and advocacy groups in East Africa. Source: The Tablet.
African Catholics join forces against human trafficking
Marches and Masses in more than 30 African countries were organised to raise voices against human trafficking, marking the feast day of St Josephine Bakhita on Saturday. Source: OSV News.
South Sudan’s churches launch booklet on nonviolence
A booklet on nonviolence has been launched in the world’s youngest nation by members of the South Sudan Council of Churches to encourage church leaders and the entire community to advocate for hope and transformation in the country. Source: Vatican News.