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Lira Diocese joins Gulu Archdiocese and Nebbi Diocese in delivering food aid to Karamoja. The dioceses are responding to a severe hunger crisis. The Catholic Church in the Ecclesiastical Province of Gulu is strengthening its response.

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Seven young adults and two leaders from Turin, Italy, completed a month-long missionary exposure trip to Lesotho. The trip lasted one month. The volunteers were from Turin.

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Heritage Month 2026 is an opportunity for Southern Africa to celebrate its rich cultural diversity.

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Bishop Michael Bibi concluded a pastoral visit to St. Andrew Parish Muea, confirming 67 people. The visit ended with a Pontifical Holy Mass. The Diocese of Buea reported the event.

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The Diocese of Kasese hosted a thanksgiving gathering for women who received successful fistula treatment. The event was held at the Bishop's House.

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Over 550 young Catholics gathered in Durban for an all-night pilgrimage of prayer and reflection. The event was held at St Albini in Ntshongweni.

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Princess Senate Mohato Seeiso has been appointed as the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Lesotho National Goodwill Ambassador. She is a member of the royal family of Lesotho.

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Apostolic Nuncio in Togo, Archbishop Rubén Darío Ruiz Mainardi, urged new Bishop Edmond Yawo Amekuse to lead with humility, fatherly care, and fidelity to Christ. The Episcopal Ordination was held at Holy Spirit Cathedral of Kpalimé Diocese. The Nuncio emphasized the Bishop's responsibility towards his Priests.

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Fr. Mbomson says insecurity and prayer ministries threaten Catholic pious societies in Nigeria. The National Chaplain of the St. Jude Thaddeus Society Nigeria cited the rising cost of living and transportation costs as challenges. He also identified the proliferation of prayer ministries as another challenge.

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The Apostolic Nunciature in Abuja has dedicated a room where St. Pope John Paul II stayed during his 1998 visit to Nigeria as a memorial space. The room commemorates the Pope's physical presence in Nigeria. The decision was motivated by the desire to preserve the memory of the Pope's historic visits and his connection with the Nigerian Church.

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The President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference expressed concern about the exclusion of the Catholic Church from key decisions concerning education in Ghana. Bishop Matthew Gyamfi said the Church has been excluded from the Ghana Education Service Council. He called on the government to reconsider the removal of ecclesiastical representation from the Council.

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Archbishop Luís Miguel Muñoz Cárdaba ordained 2 Priests and 1 Deacon in Mozambique. He emphasized the need for holy and wise pastors. The ordination took place at St. Anthony Cathedral of the Diocese of Gurúè.

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Bishop Michael Bibi visited St. Andrew Parish, Muea despite heavy rains. The visit lasted two days. It was a pastoral visit.

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Pope Leo XIV warns that war and ecological destruction are two expressions of the same wound afflicting the world. He argues that war's damage is never contained to the battlefield and often becomes self-perpetuating. The Pope points out that the root of both crises is in the disorder within the human heart.

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Bishop Alfred Mateyu Chaima of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba urged children to serve others. He spoke during the Diocesan Children Congress. The congress aimed to make children rooted in faith and good behaviour.

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Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa launched the Eucharistic Congress in the Archdiocese of Blantyre, Malawi. The congress was attended by thousands of Catholic faithful, priests, and religious sisters. The event aimed to deepen understanding of the Eucharist and show love for Christ.

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Bishop Alfred Mateyu Chaima has urged children to deepen their love for the Catholic Church. The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Zomba spoke during the official opening of the 2026 Children’s Congress. More than 400 children from parishes across the Diocese of Zomba have gathered for the three-day congress.

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Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa of the Archdiocese of Blantyre drew inspiration from the Malawi Scorchers’ historic performance at the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. He reflected on the team’s success as a lesson in unity and teamwork for the continued growth of Catholic evangelization in Malawi. The Archbishop urged Catholics to emulate the spirit of unity and commitment demonstrated by early missionaries.

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Archbishop Judde Thaddeus Ruwa’ichi urged women to remain faithful in serving the Church and to defend life. He made the appeal during the annual pilgrimage of the Tanzania Catholic Women’s Association in the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam. The women presented offerings to support the formation of young men discerning the life of the priesthood.

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Lira Diocese has intensified its appeal for food aid as hunger crisis deepens in Karamoja. The diocese is seeking financial assistance and food for affected families.

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The Catholic Diocese of Bo received a two-day communications training from Catholic Relief Services. The training was organised through Caritas Bo and brought together communications personnel from the diocese. The training aimed to strengthen the diocese's media capacity.

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Bishop Masilo John Selemela talks about the ministry of exorcism. He discusses the topic in a YouTube video.

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Bishop John Mwandi has officially opened and dedicated a new church at St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Mathuki. He called on the faithful to make it a true house of prayer. The dedication was during a Mass celebrated at the parish.

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Bishop McGEE commends communities for active participation in SCIAF-funded projects in Mangochi District. The people of Ngatala and Stambuli villages have been commended for their active participation. The projects are funded by SCIAF.

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Ugandan Catholic Bishops expressed spiritual solidarity with the Tooro Kingdom after the death of King Oyo. The Bishops described the death as a great loss to the community and the country. King Oyo was 34 years old and had been the world's youngest monarch since 1995.

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President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo has announced plans for a national dialogue. The dialogue will bring together various stakeholders. The President made the announcement in an address broadcast on state television.

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The Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong has suspended a priest for abandoning his pastoral ministry. The priest was found at a police training centre. The diocese has defended its canonical action.

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A married Kenyan man has pleaded not guilty to charges of impersonating a Catholic priest in the Diocese of Lodwar. He allegedly posed as a priest for almost two years, administering sacraments and conducting unauthorized celebrations. The Diocese of Lodwar had issued a warning against him, stating he was not a Catholic priest.

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A Kenyan government official has urged the Church in Africa to use its pastoral and moral authority to promote meaningful consultation with communities before mining projects are approved and implemented. The official, Ressa Kombi, made the call at a virtual meeting organized by the Laudato Si’ Unit of the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network. The Church’s influence could help bridge the gap between government policy and the concerns of communities affected by energy and mining projects.

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Cardinal Ameyu calls for Christ-centered pastoral renewal as Juba Archdiocese unveils strategic plan. The plan focuses on renewal, participation, evangelization, and service to vulnerable communities. The Archdiocese begins developing its 2026–2030 strategic plan.

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Archbishop Filomeno do Nascimento Vieira Dias has described the Archdiocese of Luanda's first walking pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of the Conception of Muxima as an opportunity to promote faith, social cohesion, healthy lifestyles and peaceful coexistence among citizens. The pilgrimage will be held under the theme, "With Mary, Let Us Pray That No One Lacks Love." The Archbishop of Luanda emphasized that the walking pilgrimage is intended to involve the wider population of Luanda rather than remain exclusively within Catholic circles.

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Jesuit scholar Fr. Toussaint Kafarhire Murhula warns African countries against large-scale mineral extraction. He urges them to embrace approaches that protect creation and promote human dignity. Murhula says extractivism remains a danger to Africa’s transition to renewable energy.

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Caritas Zambia supports young people in farming activities for sustainable livelihoods. The organization has formed cooperatives to help young farmers work together and gain collective leverage. The initiative has expanded to several Catholic Dioceses across Zambia.

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Bishop Joseph Obanyi Sagwe cautioned Catholic Sisters against worldly trends and materialism. He reminded them to serve with humility. Ten Sisters made their Perpetual profession.

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Archbishop Siegfried Mandlenkosi Jwara CMM aims to build a church where all belong. He is the shepherd of the Archdiocese of Durban.

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The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio's St. John Paul II Institute of Philosophy Major Seminary is investing in agriculture and enterprise to sustain priestly formation. The initiative, known as John Paul II Foods, aims to reduce dependence on external assistance. The seminary believes formation must prepare future priests spiritually, intellectually, humanly, and practically.

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Bishop Michael Bibi visits the ongoing construction of the canteen and meeting rooms project at the Pastoral Centre. The project is part of the Diocese of Buea's efforts. The Diocese of Buea is monitoring the project's progress.

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Amos Monki Motsepe, a veteran CMA member, was laid to rest. His funeral was held. He was remembered for his quiet faith expressed through service.

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The Catholic Diocese of Kitui has a new Vicar General. Rev. Fr. Jefferson Mutinda was appointed by the Bishop. The appointment was shared through a memorandum.

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CWA members from Good Shepherd Parish, Mwingi, celebrated the Memorial of St. Monica with Holy Mass and a talk on building strong families. The Mass was celebrated by Fr. Peter Muvea. He encouraged the women to love and care for their husbands and children and to support one another.

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Catholic teachers from the Diocese of Buea gathered at the Divine Mercy Co-Cathedral for a thanksgiving Eucharistic celebration. The celebration marked the conclusion of the academic year.

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Archbishop Goetbé Edmond Djitangar of the Archdiocese of N’Djaména has called on Catholics to embark on a synodal journey of spiritual renewal, communion and mission as they prepare to celebrate the centenary of the Catholic Church’s presence in Chad. The Archdiocesan Pastoral Council is scheduled for October 6–11. The preparation will require significant reflection on the history and future of the local Church.

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Fr. Prof. Stephen Mbugua Ngari, outgoing Vice Chancellor of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, has called for local stewardship in caring for the environment. He emphasized the need for practical action to protect the environment and described environmental protection as a spiritual act. The call was made during the Franciscan Jubilee Year Symposium in Kenya's Catholic Archdiocese of Nairobi.

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Archbishop Andrew Fuanya Nkea of the Catholic Archdiocese of Bamenda in Cameroon has urged parishes to use donated motorbikes to reach out to the poor. The motorbikes were donated to 12 parishes in the archdiocese. The initiative aims to improve the mobility of parish social welfare teams.

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The Laudato Si’ Unit of the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network (PACTPAN) has called for a shift from a colonial mindset in energy politics. The unit's coordinator, Fr. Peter Chikere, said the challenge in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy is not technology but the colonial mindset. He warned that Africa risks reproducing historical patterns of dependency if it continues to export raw materials while importing technologies and finished products derived from them.

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Theologians in Africa have launched a six-week formation program to explore priestly life in Nigeria. The program aims to improve the quality and service of the priesthood. It will feature webinars, Zoom meetings, and interactions with Church scholars and lay professionals.

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The Catholic Diocese of Bo has begun nine-day novena Masses for the late Rev. Fr. John Joe Sandi. The opening Mass was celebrated at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Cathedral. The novena is in prayerful remembrance of the late Rev. Fr. John Joe Sandi.

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The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference has welcomed new missionaries through an orientation program. The program is featured in a YouTube video. The conference is an official organization.

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Caritas Zimbabwe participants develop a sustainable funding strategy. Participants scrutinise existing funding streams and identify potential supporters. The workshop is held in Gweru.

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Archbishop Maurice Muhatia Makumba has urged Franciscans in Kenya to make their life and witness worthy of imitation. He said they have a responsibility to demonstrate the Christian life through their conduct, words, and ministry. The Archbishop made the remarks during a three-day Franciscan Jubilee Year Symposium in Nairobi.

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