Africa Archives

Debt cancellation ‘a question of justice and survival, not mercy or forgiveness’

Sep 19, 2020

As the world reels from the COVID-19 pandemic, the poorest nations are suffering another problem: Crippling debt that has become nearly impossible to pay after the economic downturn caused by the coronavirus crisis.

By Crux Staff

As Africa’s COVID-19 cases rise, faith is put to the test

Sep 5, 2020

KAMPALA, Uganda — The COVID-19 pandemic is testing the patience of some religious leaders across Africa who worry they will lose followers, and funding, as restrictions on gatherings continue. Some evangelical Christian leaders in Uganda have launched a campaign with the now-universal phrase of protest: “I can’t breathe.” Their members

By Rodney Muhumuza

Cardinal predicts Church, Europe will be ‘weaker’ after pandemic

Sep 4, 2020

Cardinal Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxembourg has said that in the aftermath of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, he believes both Europe and the Catholic Church on the continent will come out weaker than they were before.

By Elise Ann Allen

Day of Prayer for Creation draws attention to how climate change will hit Africa

Sep 1, 2020

As the Church marks the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on Sep. 1, Capuchin Brother Benedict Ayodi says September should be used by Christians to “reconcile with our Creator through communion with creation”

By Crux Staff

Catholic expert calls attacks on humanitarian workers ‘affront to humanity’

Aug 30, 2020

It’s been a particularly trying year for humanitarian workers, as they face unprecedented hurdles to assist people in pre-existing crises in 54 countries, plus a further nine which have been catapulted into situations of need by the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Crux Staff

Across the world, bishops are fighting violence with prayer

Aug 25, 2020

From Africa to South America, bishops are saying enough is enough to the violence which for years has gripped nations throughout these regions, turning to the traditional practice of prayer and fasting to obtain peace.

By Elise Ann Allen