In a recently published book, Cardinal Nzapalainga reflects on his life as a Spiritan priest, Archbishop of Bangui, Cardinal, peacemaker, hopes and challenges of life in CAR. Paul Samasumo – Vatican City. Cardinal Dieudonné…

A missionary collaborator is the sole victim of a mine that exploded when a car of the Catholic Mission of Niem drove over it. Locals suspect that the mine was probably set by rebels active in the region. By Vatican News staff…

The Bishop-elect of Rumbek Diocese in South Sudan says he is praying for the people in his diocese to join him in building a Church according to the teaching of Jesus. Paul Samasumo – Vatican City. The Bishop-elect for South…

Join the daily live broadcast of the recitation of the Holy Rosary in link-ups with Marian shrines around the world, as part of the May marathon of prayer called by Pope Francis. "Guided by Shrines around the world during this month…

A deadly attack in Burkina Faso’s Komandjari province has left several dozens dead and many injured after armed men attacked Kodyel village. By Fr. Benedict Mayaki, SJ At least thirty people were killed by gunmen in Burkina Faso,…

Mozambique’s Catholic Bishops have urged their compatriots to embrace love, unity and solidarity with the people of Cabo Delgado Province affected by violence at the hands of jihadists. Vatican News English Africa Service The…

In Somalia’s complex context, a very small Christian community continues to live notwithstanding the various difficulties and challenges. Agenzia Fides – Mogadishu, Somalia For thirty years Somalia has been a divided country,…

The Covid-19 pandemic is a terrible crisis, but other emergencies such as migrants dying in the Mediterranean Sea are equally important, say the Scalabrinian Sisters. Vatican News English Africa Service Sister Neusa de Fatima…

Following the shooting and wounding of the Bishop-elect of Rumbek Diocese, authorities have placed all officials and workers at the Bishop’s residence and diocesan office, including clergy, under investigations. Paul Samasumo –…

According to a Holy See Press Office statement Pope Francis was immediately informed of the attack against the bishop-elect of Rumbek, Fr Carlassare, on Sunday night and is praying for him. By Paul Samasumo – Vatican News Unknown…