Africa: Failed Coup Attempt Highlights Divisions in West Africa

The failed coup attempt in Benin highlights the divisions among the countries of West Africa. On the night of December 7-8, some members of the National Guard attacked the… Read more »

Central Africa: Africa/Central Africa - Bishops On the Upcoming Elections - 'A Historic Event That Must Not Be Wasted'

"This is an unprecedented historical event: it is about rebuilding our country and putting it on the path of social development and economic growth," the bishops of the Central… Read more »

Africa: China Also Invests in Africa in the Healthcare Sector

China in Africa is not just about strategic infrastructure. The country's presence on the African continent aims to create a partnership that will last for years and is different… Read more »

Africa: Serious Damage Caused By Deforestation of Teak Plantations for Illicit Trafficking By Armed Groups

Are wars fought to gain control over resources, or is control over resources used to finance fighting? This is a question that arises when observing the various conflicts in… Read more »

Africa: 'Hope Is At the Heart of Our Lives' - Closing Message of the 20th Plenary Assembly of Secam

"Hope is the heart of our lives," under this motto, the Plenary Assembly of the Symposium of the Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (see Fides, 1/8/2025) urges… Read more »

Africa: Africa/Central Africa - Bishops of Bangassou Call for an End to Violence in the Diocese

"We, the Bishops of Bangassou, together with the entire Catholic community, are deeply concerned about the violence affecting Haut Mbomou," emphasize Juan Josè Aguirre,… Read more »

Africa: Africa/Republic of Congo - Appointment of Bishop of Ouesso

The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend Brice Armand Ibombo, of the clergy of Gamboma, until now vice rector of the Emile Card. Biayenda National Theological Major Seminary in… Read more »

Central Africa: Africa/Central Africa - Mission and Hope Among the Bayaka Pygmies

"A solid roof over one's head, a good cassava field, learning to read... without ever being discouraged and with the help of God" is the Hope for the Bayaka pygmies of Central… Read more »

Africa: He Has Visited the Continent Several Times - Pope Leo XIV Knows Africa Well

Pope Leo XIV knows Africa well, having visited several African countries in recent years in his capacity as Cardinal Prefect of the Diacstery of Bishops and, before that, primarily… Read more »

Africa: Archbishop Nwachukwu - 'Africa Is No Longer a Little Child'

"Africa is often seen as a little child in a cradle, whose voice is perceived as a disturbing cry and who needs to be calmed by giving her some 'milk' in the form of development… Read more »

Africa: New Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies Appointed

Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization (Section for First Evangelization and New Churches), appointed, on March 25, 2025, Father Anawia… Read more »

Africa: Pope Francis and His Tireless Pursuit of Peace in the Face of African Conflicts

Two images capture more than any others the relentless efforts of Pope Francis to put an end to the wars that are tearing African peoples apart. Read more »

Africa: In the Small Village of Kom Ghareeb, the Church Is a Refuge for the Young and the Most Needy

These days, the Coptic Church celebrates the feast of the prophet Jonah, a deeply felt commemoration, marked by three days of prayer and fasting that prepare the faithful for the… Read more »