Apostolic Nuncio in Ghana Challenges West African Youth to Transform Africa

Archbishop Julien Kaboré, the apostolic nuncio to Ghana, told young Catholics at the first West African Youth Day in Accra that they must reject fear and embrace their current responsibilities to the Church and their countries. Speaking at the opening ceremony on Tuesday, the archbishop encouraged young people to view themselves as active participants in society rather than victims of social challenges or a generation waiting for future opportunities.

The archbishop acknowledged that many young people face uncertainty, insecurity, and violence. He stated that these realities should not define their identity or their place in the world. Kaboré noted that the Pope describes youth as the today of God and said the energy and talents of young people are needed in the present rather than being reserved solely for the future.

Kaboré, a native of Burkina Faso, has served as the representative of the Holy Father in Ghana since June 2024. He urged the attendees to build friendships based on faith and to maintain hope despite the difficulties facing West Africa.