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Pope renews prayers for peace in Sudan as millions face famine
Pope Francis has urged world leaders to seek peace between Sudan’s warring parties, as humanitarian organisations say time is running out for millions of people in the African nation. Source: Vatican News.
Reports of Congo Christian killings a ‘testimony of martyrdom’: Pope
Pope Francis condemned the recent killing of 14 Catholics in the Democratic Republic of Congo, who reportedly were killed after they refused to convert to Islam. Source: CNA.
Diocese builds new dam to sustain life in dry region
A diocese in Zimbabwe has rebuilt its own dam as part of faith-based responses to water challenges brought by climate change. Source: NCR Online.
Shipping delays cause altar wine shortage in Uganda
Catholic dioceses in Uganda have been notified of a limited stock of wine available for Masses due to delays in shipping. Source: CNA.
Ethiopian bishop pleads for implementation of peace agreement
An Ethiopian bishop says he has witnessed firsthand the “unspeakable suffering” and death of the people of God in the embattled region of the Horn of Africa nation. Source: CNA.
Fr Mario reflects on one year of mission in South Sudan
Franciscan Father Mario Debattista sees the heart of the Church at work in the every-day faith of ordinary people. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Caritas urges Australian Government to increase aid to Sudan
Caritas Australia yesterday marked the one year anniversary of the civil war between armed militias in Sudan, calling on the Albanese Government to help improve aid access for the impoverished nation.
Rwandans mark 30 years since 1994 genocide
As Rwanda marks 30 years since the 1994 genocide, the Catholic bishops in the country have expressed their closeness to survivors of the killings, while urging those convicted of crimes to seek forgiveness. Source: OSV News.
Zimbabwe bishops sound alarm over El Niño-related droughts
As the El Niño climate phenomenon produces drought and food shortages in several African nations, the Catholic bishops of Zimbabwe are issuing urgent appeals to avoid what they describe as a serious risk of starvation. Source: Crux.