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Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM)
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Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) urges African leaders and the international community to fulfill their commitments to climate justice

As COP29 takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024, world leaders are urged to maintain the momentum established at COP28

The Justice, Peace, and Development Commission of SECAM (www.SECAM.org), in collaboration with its Environment and Climate Change Working Group, is urging African leaders and the international community to prioritise public investment, improve energy infrastructure, and fulfill their commitments to climate justice and funding. These actions are vital for meeting the…

Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Nigeria
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Mission Sunday and Digital Missionaries: The Day After (By Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo)

Thousands of digital missionaries who had been proclaiming the Gospel online met virtually and in person with Vatican officials who encouraged them in their service to the Church

By Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo: Oyo Catholic Diocese (www.CatholicDioceseOyo.org). The period right after Mission Sunday is time to appreciate the good effort of Catholic parishes and communities in responding so positively and contributing to the universal celebration. Thanks to priests, consecrated persons, catechists and others pastoral agents who catechized and…

Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion
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Liberia: President Boakai Meets with His Holiness Pope Francis in the Vatican

The talks highlighted the importance of international cooperation in addressing the root causes of migration, ensuring human rights, and fostering development across Africa

His Excellency President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., was today received in audience by His Holiness Pope Francis at the Vatican Apostolic Palace. The meeting reflects the strong and enduring relationship between Liberia and the Holy See and follows Liberia’s tradition of engagement with global partners for peace, development, and social…

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    • Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo (middle) presenting a conference in Rome on October 12, 2024, on the theme of “Modern martyrs, victims of the exploitation of mineral resources in Africa: Realities and perspectives of the outgoing Church”
    • Partial view of the conference room, during the presentation of the theme “Modern martyrs, victims of the exploitation of mineral resources in Africa: Realities and perspectives of the outgoing Church”, by Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo (front, center) at the conference held on October 12, 2024, in Rome
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Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo: “The Church cannot remain silent in the face of the illegal exploitation of mineral resources in Africa”

Many people suffer and die because of the exploitation of mineral resources in Africa

“Modern martyrs, victims of the exploitation of mineral resources in Africa: Realities and perspectives of the outgoing Church”. This is the theme of a conference presented on October 12 in Rome by Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo, Metropolitan Archbishop of Kinshasa (DR Congo) and President of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
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President wishes Jewish community well over the high holy days

The South African Jewish community forms an essential part of the spiritual and cultural diversity of our nation

President Cyril Ramaphosa wishes South Africa’s Jewish community a festive and mindful celebration of the high holy days, also known as Yamim Noraim or the Days of Awe, which began this week with Rosh Hashanah and will end next week with Yom Kippur. President Ramaphosa said: “The South African Jewish…

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A Call to Prayer, Reflection and Concrete Actions Statement From the Justice, Peace and Development Commission of Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM)

Through prayer, reflection and concrete actions, we can strengthen a culture of respect, solidarity and sustainability in harmonious coexistence with Mother Earth

Each year, the Season of Creation (http://apo-opa.co/3U3qFht) begins on 1st September, with the World Day of Prayer for Creation, and ends on 4th October, on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Since 2015, the Holy Father Pope Francis has invited us to participate in this special time, which is seen…

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    • UN Declarations on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
    • UN Declarations on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (FR)
    • Protecting the Human Rights of Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities to Halt Biodiversity Loss
    • United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas (FR)
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European Union (EU) and African Union (AU) Should Ensure Biodiversity Conservation Funding Respects Indigenous Peoples Rights

The policy brief advocates for legal recognition and protection of the human right to land as a foundational element of effective biodiversity conservation

The Justice, Peace and Development Commission (JPDC) of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (SECAM.org) is urging the European Union (EU) and the African Union (AU) to take proactive measures to ensure that EU biodiversity conservation funds do not lead to mass land alienation and threaten the…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eid Mewlid Al-Nebi Celebrated Nationwide

Sheik Salem Ibrahim Almuktar, the Mufti of Eritrea, delivered a religious sermon and blessings, he also wished peace and prosperity to the Eritrean people and the Eritrean Defense Forces

Eid Mewlid Al-Nebi, marking the 1446 Hijri year, was celebrated colorfully across the country yesterday, 15 September. Ministers, senior government and PFDJ officials, members of the diplomatic community, and leaders of various Christian churches attended the event at the Al-Khulafa Al-Rashidin Mosque in Asmara. During the celebration, Mr. Ahmed-Nur Haji…

Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN)

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A Call for Prayer and Action: Towards Repentance and Spiritual Renewal

A Communiqué issued at the end of the Second Plenary Meeting of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) in Auchi Diocese, Edo State at the Nezer Towers and Suites, Afowa/Afasho-Uzairue, 22 - 30 August

1. PREAMBLE  We, the Catholic Bishops of Nigeria, held our Second Plenary Meeting for the year 2024 at the Nezer Towers and Suites, Afowa/Afasho-Uzairue, in Auchi Diocese, Edo State, 22 - 30 August. Having prayerfully reflected on issues affecting the Church and the Nigerian State, we issue this Communiqué:  2.…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets the Prime Minister and the Minister of Religious Endowments

The Minister of Religious Endowments reviewed the latest pertinent to the development of the revenues of the Endowments Authority

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, and Minister of Religious Endowments, Dr. Usama Al-Azhari. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Ahmed Fahmy, said the meeting discussed the Ministry of Religious Endowments’ action plan for the upcoming period, through four main axes. Those include: confronting all…