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 »
Niger: At Least 35 Dead in Attack On Niamey Airport
The official toll from yesterday's jihadist attack, June 18, on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, has risen. According to a statement released by… Read more »
June 17
Zimbabwe: Diamonds and Poverty - Production Increases in Chiadzwa, but Local Communities Remain Marginalized
The Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) has announced plans to increase production at its Chiadzwa mine in the Mutare district, Manicaland province, in eastern Zimbabwe… 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 12
Kenya: Suspected Killer of Father Bett Arrested
Kenyan police arrested the main suspect in the murder of Father Allois Cheruiyot Bett on June 10. The priest was shot dead in the Tot area of the Kerio Valley, in the western… Read more »
June 11
Somalia: Tensions Rise After Clashes in Mogadishu
The situation in Mogadishu is tense. Security forces opened fire on residents protesting the demolition of houses in the Abdiaziz district. Clashes broke out between demonstrators… Read more »
June 10
South Africa: Tightening On Illegal Immigration Policies Following a Wave of Xenophobia. Msgr. Sipuka States That 'All Domestic Problems Cannot Be Blamed On Foreigners'
On June 7, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation, stating, "Our country is neither xenophobic nor racist, but immigration laws must be respected, and it is… 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 02
Ghana: Bishop Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi After Xenophobic Violence - 'No to Retaliation Against South Africans Living in Other African Countries'
"Ghanaians will continue to live in South Africa and South Africans will also continue to live in Ghana. Ghanaians have businesses there and South Africans also have businesses… 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 28
Kenya: No to an American Center for the Treatment of Ebola Cases From Other Countries
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) opposes a US treatment center for Ebola patients in Kenya. "We urge the Kenya government to take robust measures to avoid cases of Ebola from… 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 26
Nigeria: Nine Dead and 25 Kidnapped in Three Months in Attacks Against Parish Communities in Kaduna State
At least nine people have been killed and another 25 kidnapped in the last three months in various attacks against parish communities in Kurmin Dangana, Kaduna State, in… Read more »
May 22
Africa: Plenary Council of the Society of African Missions - Inclusion and a Sense of Belonging for a Renewed Mission
"Let us commit ourselves to including everyone," urged Father François du Penhoat, Superior General of the Society of African Missions (SMA), at the opening of the 2026… 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
Nigeria: Concern for the Abduction of Teachers, Students, and Children in Schools in in Oyo State
"Let us pray for the release of the hostages kidnapped from the schools in Ogbomoso," appealed Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of Oyo State in southwestern Nigeria, bordering… Read more »
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 19
Uganda: Ebola - Uganda's Day of the Martyrs Postponed
Uganda has postponed the annual Martyrs' Day commemorations, set for 3 June, due to Ebola concerns in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, which has also spread to neighboring… 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 12
Mozambique: Violence and Attacks Continue in Cabo Delgado Province - Bishop of Quelimane Calls for Prayer
The Islamist insurgency (ISM) continues in Cabo Delgado province. Recent attacks in districts such as Nangade, Mocímboa da Praia, and in the southern areas have targeted… 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 »
