June 24
Kenya: Bishops After Attack On Anglican Cathedral in Nairobi - 'Is This in the Interest of the Political Elite?'
"If what we saw happen in All Saints Cathedral Nairobi is anything to go by, where a meeting was disrupted by goons, who were so confident as to even threaten the policemen… Read more »
June 19
Kenya: 2027 Elections - Kenyan Politicians' Presence in Places of Worship Grows
In view of the 2027 general elections, Kenya's main political leaders have intensified their presence in churches of various Christian denominations. Read more »
June 15
Mozambique: Farewell to Bishop Osório Citora, a Man of Peace and a Missionary Who Believed in the Goodness of People
The Archdioceses of Beira and Quelimane have new Apostolic Administrators. This was announced by the Apostolic Nuncio to Mozambique, Archbishop Luís Miguel Muñoz… Read more »
June 06
Mozambique: Shock and Grief Over the Killing of the Bishop of Quelimane, Osório Citora Afonso
The Catholic Church in Mozambique is mourning the death of Bishop Osório Citora Afonso, IMC, Bishop of the Diocese of Quelimane. The news - reported to Fides by local… Read more »
June 01
Africa: Africa/Congo - Resignation and Succession of Bishop of Nkayi
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation from the pastoral care of the diocese of Nkayi, Republic of the Congo, presented by Bishop Daniel Mizonzo. Read more »
May 27
South Africa: Ebola - the Diocese of Tombura-Yambio Raises Surveillance and Emergency Preparedness
The Diocese of Tombura-Yambio in South Sudan is under heightened epidemic surveillance following the spread of the Ebola virus in the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo. Read more »
Kenya: Appointment of Bishop of Kitui, Kenya
The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend John Mbua Mwandi, until now parish priest of Mulutu, as bishop of the diocese of Kitui, Kenya. Read more »
May 21
South Africa: Catholic Bishops Denounce the Increase in Violence Against Migrants
In light of the "escalating violence and tensions" against foreign migrants in various regions of South Africa, the South African Catholic Bishops' Conference (SACBC) issued a… Read more »
May 20
Algeria: Pastoral Letter From the Bishop of Laghouat After the Pope's Visit - Christians in Algeria, a 'Grain of Incense' in the 'School of the Desert'
A month ago, Pope Leo XIV made a historic visit to Algerian soil. He encountered a people of deep faith and celebrated Mass in the Basilica of St. Augustine in Annaba. Prior to… Read more »
May 18
Burundi: Cardinal Tagle in Burundi - a Homily On Communion and Prayer for the 75th Anniversary of the St. Peter Claver Seminary
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Section for First Evangelization and New Particular Churches, visited Burundi on Saturday, May 16,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Bishops Reiterate Opposition to Proposed Constitutional Amendment
The bishops of Zimbabwe have declared themselves "deeply concerned" that the proposed constitutional revision "undermines foundational constitutional principles, weaken… Read more »
May 14
Equatorial Guinea: Appointment of Bishop of Bata
The Holy Father, Leo XIV, has appointed Bishop Miguel Angel Nguema Bee Etete, S.D.B., currently Apostolic Administrator of the same See and Bishop of the Diocese of Ebebiyin, as… Read more »
May 11
Nigeria: Over 100 Dead, 98,000 Displaced, 217 Churches Destroyed in the Diocese of Wukari
"Since September, over 98,000 people, including 16 priests, have been displaced due to the ongoing violence in the southern part of Taraba State (in northeastern Nigeria), while… Read more »
Namibia: Appointment of Vicar Apostolic of Rundu
The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend Linus Ngenomesho, O.M.I., until now apostolic administrator of the apostolic vicariate of Rundu, Namibia, as vicar apostolic of the same… Read more »
April 27
Africa: Bishop of Tombura Yambio - 'Thank You, Pope Leo Xiv! the True Fruit of the Visit Will Be Seen in What We Will Become'
From the heart of South Sudan, a nation still searching for the fullness of peace, the President of the Commission for the Promotion of Integral Human Development of the Catholic… Read more »
April 23
Africa: Leo Xiv in Africa - the Pope At the End of His Long African Journey - Carry On the Mission of Jesus' First Disciples With Joy
"As in the early centuries of the Church, Africa today is called to make a decisive contribution to the holiness and the missionary character of the Christian people." These final… Read more »
April 22
Nigeria: 'True Development Is Not Based On GDP, but On the Effective Improvement of Living Conditions'
"The incessant violent attacks and indiscriminate killings occurring throughout the country are inhumane and unjustifiable acts, and a grave affront to the sanctity of life,"… Read more »
April 21
Africa: Leo Xiv in Africa - Pope in Equatorial Guinea - 'The Church's Social Teaching Offers Guidance to All Who Seek Peace and Justice'
"It is always a joy to see places around the world where the Church is growing," said Pope Leo XIV at a press conference on the flight from Luanda to Malabo in Equatorial Guinea,… Read more »
April 13
Africa: Leo Xiv in Africa - Archbishop Nwachukwu - If Jesus Finds Refuge Again in Africa
The Infant Jesus found refuge in Egypt, together with Joseph and Mary, to escape Herod's threat. And perhaps even today the African continent, though wounded by wars, tribalism and… Read more »
Cameroon: Archbishop of Douala Hopes for the Release of Prisoners and a Change of Mentality On the Occasion of Pope Leo Xiv's Visit
May the visit of Pope Leo XIV offer an opportunity to release prisoners held without trial. Archbishop Samuel Kleda of Douala expressed this wish during a press conference on April… Read more »
March 30
Mozambique: Archbishop of Nampula - the Church As a Bulwark Against Violence and Insecurity
"In Mozambique, the cross is not merely a symbol of faith; it has become a cause of persecution for those who bear it. Since 2021, insurgents have begun fighting under the banner… Read more »
Nigeria: Bishop of Ondo Calls for the Resignation of the Chief of Staff
"I don't think our government is serious again. I will just say that because if you look at our town here in Akure, Akure is being invaded. These strange people are coming… Read more »
March 07
Equatorial Guinea: With the Visit of Pope Leo Xiv, the Country Becomes the Epicenter of World News
The apostolic visit of Pope Leo XIV to Equatorial Guinea, scheduled for April 21-23, 2026, will be a historic event, and preparations are already in full swing in the country,… Read more »
February 20
Madagascar: All the Dioceses in the Country Have Mobilized to Help Families Affected By Cyclone Gezani
"It was a very difficult time for the people, and this also applies to the entire Christian community, as most churches have severely been damaged. In one church in Tamatave, the… Read more »
February 17
South Africa: Appointment of Bishop of Kroonstad, South Africa
The Holy Father has appointed the Reverend Amos Mabuti Masemola, until how vicar general of the metropolitan archdiocese of Pretoria and parish priest of Saint Thomas More of… Read more »
