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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.
Frightened Burkina Faso Catholics stop going to church
The majority of Christians in Burkina Faso are now shying away from Sunday services and instead praying at home after a series of deadly attacks by Islamist militants targeted churches and killed scores of worshippers. Source: NCR Online.
Cardinal says mineral resources should help Africans, not hurt them
As minerals fuel deadly conflicts in Africa, a Congolese cardinal has urged local churches to ensure the continent’s abundant resources contribute to the benefit of its populations instead of hurting them. Source: OSV News.
Three Coptic monks murdered in their monastery in South Africa
Three Egyptian monks of the Coptic Orthodox Archdiocese of South Africa were brutally murdered on Tuesday in their monastery in Cullinan, a small town about 30 kilometres east of the capital, Pretoria. Source: OSV News.
South Sudanese bishop appeals to international community for help
A South Sudanese bishop has described the desperate situation of his people, saying they are on the “brink of destitution” and are “slowly perishing” amid challenges caused by violent conflicts and COVID-19. Source: CNA.
Malawi bishops demand protection for seniors accused of witchcraft
Catholic bishops in Malawi have called on the government to protect the country’s seniors, warning that many of them face the risk of violence and abuse over allegations of practising witchcraft. Source: The Tablet.
Australian Catholic University training Nigerian lay ministers
The Australian Catholic University’s Centre for Liturgy is helping to train lay liturgical ministers of the Word in Nigeria. Source: UCA News.
Cardinal Sarah cautions against Christian disunity
Cardinal Robert Sarah has warned that disunity among followers of Christ is counterproductive to the mission of witnessing the Gospel message and evangelisation. Source: CNA.