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Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM)

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    • Participants of the SECAM Meeting with National and Regional Secretaries General in Brazzaville, Congo, July 24-29, including the annual celebration of SECAM Day
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Annual Celebration of Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) Day 2024 (28th & 29th July 2024): “You Africans are Missionaries to Yourselves”- Message from SECAM President

This year, commemorating the 60th anniversary of the canonization of the Martyrs of Uganda (1964-2024), we are celebrating SECAM Day in a very special way

Introduction Once again, the Catholic Church in Africa is celebrating SECAM Day with gratitude - the day on which the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (www.SECAM.org/) was founded by African Bishops. SECAM is continental body of liaison, study and consultation created to preserve, encourage and promote…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Deputy Speaker Emphasises Church - Government Collaboration

Tayebwa commended the Archbishop of Mbarara Archdiocese, His Grace Lambert Bainomugisha for moving the legacy of the late Archbishop forward and promoting more development within and around the Archdiocese

The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has eulogised the late Archbishop Emeritus Paul Bakyenga as a formidable link between the church and government. Speaking at a memorial mass for the late Archbishop, the Deputy Speaker urged Christians to grow the church just as the late did. “The church unites us, and…

Strengthening Families Conference (SFC)

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    • Dignitaries take a family photo on stage
    • Elder Alfred Kyungu left and Sister Lucie Kyungu right with their daughter Berniece
    • Elder Alfred Kyungu shaking Elder Tonga Jean Claude Sai with Elder Martin D
    • Dignitaries during the signing of the Ivorian National Anthem
    • Panel discussion on Day 1 of the Strengthening Families Conference
    • Panel discussion on Day 2 of the Strengthening Families Conference
    • His Eminence Aseid Cherif Ousmane Madani Haidara left during the 2024 Strengthening Families Conference
    • Chief Bawa Chief of Port Bouet Cote d'Ivoire
    • Delegation of traditional chiefs from the community of Port Bouet Abidjan Cote d'Ivoire
    • Communique team during their presentation on Day 2
    • Passing on the torch to delegation from Sierra Leone
    • Attendees during the 2024 Strengthening Families Conference
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    • Attendees at photo stands during the 2024 Strengthening Families Conference
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Strengthening Families Conference (SFC) 2024: Unanimous call to fortify family units for better societies through strong marriages

The main aim of the Strengthening Families Conference is to promote measures designed to maintain and strengthen the family as the fundamental unit of society

For societies to attain their full potential, there is the need to strengthen the family unit, and this can only be achieved through strong marriages between men and women. This was the unanimous declaration of all speakers and attendees at the just ended two-day Strengthening Families Conference 2024, organized by…

Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Tripoli, Libya
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Libya: Visit of the Al-Quran Memorization Competition Delegation to the Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli

Indonesia's participation in the competition was a valuable moment in which the religious spirit and friendship between Indonesia and Libya was strengthened

The Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli on 14 July 2024 received a visit from a delegation from the international Al Quran memorization competition which was held in Tripoli, Libya. The delegation included Mr. Husni Ismail Husein from the Indonesian Ministry of Religion and Brother Yusuf Mubarak, who memorized 30 part of…

The Presidency, Republic of Ghana
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Believe In Ghana’s Manifest Destiny; Let's All Work to Achieve It – Dr Bawumia to Faith-Based Organisations

Vice President Bawumia, who was speaking on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 challenged Christians to reflect on how their actions and inactions could have a direct bearing on national development

Achieving Ghana’s development goals entails the practical ‘owning’ of the national vision and collaboration with all key stakeholders, and it is therefore imperative that faith-based organisations work hand-in-hand with government to move the nation in the desired direction, Vice President Bawumia has stated. Reflecting on the Conference theme, ‘The Freedom…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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Eritrea: Eid Al-Adha Celebrated Nationwide

A Salat sermon, presided over by Sheik Salim Ibrahim Al-Muktar, Mufti of Eritrea, was held at Bahti Meskerem Square

Eid Al-Adha Al-Mubarek, Heijira year 1445, was colorfully celebrated nationwide today. A Salat sermon, presided over by Sheik Salim Ibrahim Al-Muktar, Mufti of Eritrea, was held at Bahti Meskerem Square. The event was attended by Ministers, senior Government and PFDJ officials, members of the diplomatic community, and thousands of the…

The Presidency, Republic of Ghana

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Ghana - Eid ul Adha: Let's Be Inspired By Prophet Abraham's Example And Serve With Sacrifice - Dr. Bawumia

Dr. Bawumia said people in leadership positions, ought to uphold the spirit of sacrifice in service, in order to make meaningful impacts on the people they serve and the nation

The Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia,  has urged leaders and Ghanaians to be inspired by what he called the incredible sacrifice of Prophet  Abraham, and pursue worthy causes for the benefit of humanity and the nation. Speaking in Accra on Sunday, at the national Eid…

African Catholic Union of the Press (UCAP)
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African Catholic Union of the Press (UCAP) and its Malian section to host a Pan-African Seminar in Bamako (Mali) on the theme "Sahel - security - accountability, what roles for faith-based journalists?

The event will bring together experts, Catholic media professionals and journalists from all over Africa, regardless of religion

The Union Catholique Africaine de la Presse (UCAP), that is the African Catholic Union of the Press, and its Malian section - the Association des Journalistes Catholiques du Mali (AJCM) - in collaboration with the Malian Episcopal Conference, are organising an international seminar called Refresher Program on the theme "Sahel…

Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines
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Philippines' Morion Mask Showcased at Masks of the World Exhibit in Kenya

The Philippine Embassy showcased a Morion head mask crafted by Mr. Gilbert Monsanto, a local artist from Mogpog town in Marinduque

On the occasion of the Philippine National Heritage Month and the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (21 May), the Philippine Embassy in Nairobi participated in the "Masks of the World" exhibition at the Nairobi National Museum, organized by the Embassy of Romania in Nairobi and the…

Equality Now
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Women in Africa face widespread discrimination in family laws

The impacts of discriminatory family laws can be profound, putting women and girls at greater risk of sexual and gender-based violence

Discrimination against women and girls remains widespread in family laws across Africa, finds new research by Equality Now (www.EqualityNow.org). Analysis of twenty African countries reveals gender inequality in marriage, divorce, custody, and property rights is being perpetuated by sex discrimination institutionalized within legal systems and customary laws. While some significant legal…