May 21
South Africa: Catholic Bishops Denounce the Increase in Violence Against Migrants
Agenzia Fides
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'
Agenzia Fides
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
Nigeria: 2027 - Muric Rejects Makinde's Alleged Succession Choice
Leadership
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has rejected the candidate allegedly endorsed by Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for the 2027 governorship election, accusing him of attempting… Read more »
Uganda: Rome Rotates Its Man in Kampala
Independent (Kampala)
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Archbishop Tomasz Grysa as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Uganda, in a move that marks a new phase in the Vatican's diplomatic engagement with the East… Read more »
Uganda: Muslim Man Rejects Son's Body Over Converting Christianity
Nile Post
Tension gripped Nakabiso Village in Kiringente Sub-county, Mpigi District, on Tuesday after a Muslim man identified as Isach Kato Kasujja reportedly refused to receive the body of… Read more »
Uganda: CoU Backs Postponement of Martyrs Day Over Ebola Concerns
Nile Post
The Church of Uganda (CoU) has endorsed the government's decision to postpone the 2026 Uganda Martyrs Day celebrations at Namugongo, citing concerns over the risk of Ebola… Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: Kasese Bishop Sends Back DRC Pilgrims Over Ebola Fears
Nile Post
The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Francis Aquirinus Kibira, has directed foot pilgrims from the Catholic Diocese of Beni-Butembo in the Democratic Republic of Congo to return home… Read more »
May 18
Uganda: Church Calls for Calm After Martyrs Day Celebrations Postponed Over Ebola
Nile Post
The Uganda Episcopal Conference has officially guided Catholics across the country to remain prayerful and calm following the postponement of this year's National Uganda Martyrs… Read more »
Nigeria: Sultan Declares Monday As Dhul Hijjah 1, Eid-Al-Adha Wednesday, May 27
Leadership
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA), His Eminence Muhammad Sa'ad Abubakar III, has declared Monday, May 18, 2026,… Read more »
Burundi: Cardinal Tagle in Burundi - a Homily On Communion and Prayer for the 75th Anniversary of the St. Peter Claver Seminary
Agenzia Fides
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
Agenzia Fides
The bishops of Zimbabwe have declared themselves "deeply concerned" that the proposed constitutional revision "undermines foundational constitutional principles, weaken… Read more »
Nigeria: Bishop Asks Journalists to Preserve Human Dignity in Digital Age
Leadership
The Catholic Church in Nigeria has joined the global community to mark the 2026 World Communication Day and close the 5th Nigeria Catholic Communications Week (ComWEEK) with the… Read more »
Uganda: Nabakooba Holds Thanksgiving Service As NRM Celebrates Political Comeback in Mityana
Nile Post
Judith Nabakooba has held a thanksgiving ceremony in Mityana District to appreciate residents for re-electing her as Woman Member of Parliament and to thank God for surviving a… Read more »
Angola: Bishop of Cuito-Bié Appeals for the Preservation of Peace in Families
ANGOP
The Bishop of the Diocese of Cuito City, province of Bié, Dom Vicente Sanombo, appealed for the preservation of peace within families, in order to guarantee the stability of… Read more »
May 17
Nigeria: Pray and Worship God, Don't Murmur
Vanguard
Brethren, to the glory of God we have just gone past the first half of the fifth month of the year. Read more »
Nigeria: Exclusive - Boko Haram Convict Bagged Degree During Life Sentence for Church Bombing - Court Document
Premium Times
Kabiru Umar, also known as Kabiru Sokoto, who was convicted over the 2011 Christmas Day bombing linked to Boko Haram, has earned a Biology degree while serving his prison sentence,… Read more »
Nigeria: Boko Haram Convict Kabiru Sokoto Appeals 2013 Life Sentence for Catholic Church Bombing Near Abuja
Premium Times
Twelve years after Kabiru Umar, alias Kabiru Sokoto, was convicted over the 2011 bombing of St. Theresa Catholic Church in Madalla near Abuja, the suspected Boko Haram member has… Read more »
May 14
Equatorial Guinea: Appointment of Bishop of Bata
Agenzia Fides
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 »
Ghana: Rushed Passage of Family Values Bill May Deepen Division - - Sda Church
Ghanaian Times
The Seventh-day Adventist Church has called for intensified public education on the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, urging that Ghanaians be adequately informed about… Read more »
Angola: Bishop of Namibe Calls for More Family Dialogue
ANGOP
The Bishop of the Diocese of Namibe, Dom Dionísio Hisilenapo, appealed on Wednesday in the city of Moçâmedes, province of Namibe, to families to prioritize… Read more »
Nigeria: After N20m, Rice, Oil Ransom, Terrorists Hold On to Abducted Kwara Church Worshippers
Vanguard
Residents of Omugo community in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara state have reasons to continue to be worried as terrorists refused to let go, Eight worshippers of ECWA… Read more »
May 13
Zimbabwe: Zaoga Touts Global Growth After Mnangagwa Meeting
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The Archbishop of ZAOGA Forward in Faith, Joseph Joe Guti says the church remains committed to supporting the country's development while expanding its global footprint. Read more »
Kenya: DCI Links Armed Gang to Murder of Nakuru Reverend Julius Ndumia in Brutal Church Attack
Capital FM
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has revealed that a criminal gang suspected of carrying out a series of violent robberies across Nakuru County is behind the murder… Read more »
Nigeria: Gov Sani Commended for Ensuring Pilgrims' Welfare [press release]
Premium Times
The executive chairman said that Kaduna State has secured one of the best accommodations in Makka, which is close to Masjid Al-Haram or the grand mosque Read more »
Ghana: Chief Imam Urges Pilgrims to Be Good Ambassadors
Ghanaian Times
THE National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu has urged Ghanaian Muslim pilgrims travelling to perform the annual Hajj rites in Makkah to conduct themselves in a manner… Read more »
