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Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM)
Source: Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) |

Statement of the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM): Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing Africa’s Resilient and Green Development in Africa

Second Africa Climate Summit

The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (www.SECAM.org) affirms that the climate crisis is both a moral and ecological emergency. Africa bears disproportionate impacts—droughts, cyclones, floods, desertification—despite contributing least to global emissions. The Catholic Church in Africa calls for bold, fair, and urgent action to ensure that…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan pays courtesy call on the Secretary of State of the Holy See, His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin

The two sides discussed key areas of collaboration, including societal progress such as Ferme de L’Espoir, education, youth empowerment, pastoral outreach, and community state collaboration with the church

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan, paid a courtesy call on the Secretary of State of the Holy See, His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin. The meeting formed part of President Ramkalawan’s official visit to the Vatican City, during which he was received in the audience by…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

President of Seychelles received by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

President Ramkalawan conveyed his sincere appreciation for the warm welcome extended to him and the Seychellois delegation upon their arrival in the Vatican City

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan, was today received in audience by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace, Vatican City. He was accompanied by the First Lady, Mrs Linda Ramkalawan, the Principal Minister, Mr Jean-François Ferrari, and the Minister for Foreign Affairs and…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Arrives in Rome Ahead of Audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

The upcoming audience will provide an opportunity to strengthen relations between Seychelles and the Holy See and to exchange views on global and national issues of shared concern

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan, arrived in Rome on Thursday evening ahead of his audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Apostolic Palace, Vatican City, on Friday, 22 August 2025. On arrival, President Ramkalawan and the First Lady, Mrs Linda Ramkalawan, were warmly…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria |

Algeria: Assigned by President Tebboune, Mr Attaf in Rome for Pope Francis’s funeral

The Minister of State’s participation in the funeral reflects the strong bonds of friendship between Algeria and the Vatican, relations officially established in 1972

Assigned by the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, arrived today in the Italian capital Rome to represent Algeria at Pope Francis’s funeral, scheduled for Saturday at St. Peter’s Square. The Pope’s funeral is…

Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Nigeria
Source: Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Nigeria |

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…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda Martyrs honoured at Vatican celebration

The Cardinal highlighted the martyrs' youth, noting that Charles Lwanga and his companions were young adults who embodied gospel values

President Yoweri Museveni has praised the impact of Christianity on Uganda while marking the 60th anniversary of the canonization of the Uganda Martyrs. In a speech delivered on his behalf on Saturday, 19 October 2024 by the Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa, President Museveni highlighted the "value addition" Christianity brought to…

Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion
Source: Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion |

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…

The Presidency, Republic of Ghana
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Ghana: Vice President Bawumia makes Historic visit to Vatican, Strengthening Diplomatic Ties

This landmark meeting underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with the global community and fostering diplomatic relations on an international scale

Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, on Wednesday (24 April, 2024) visited the Vatican, where he was warmly received by Pope Francis as part of his working visit to the Republic of Italy and the Vatican State. This landmark meeting underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with the global community…

State House Seychelles
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Seychelles: President Ramkalawan meets with members of the Seychellois community living in Italy

The gathering was an opportunity for the President and the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism to share an overview of recent developments in Seychelles and services available for Seychellois living abroad

Whilst in Rome for his private audience with the His Holiness Pope Francis and official visit at the Vatican, President Wavel Ramkalawan and the First Lady, Mrs Ramkalawan also hosted a gathering with members of the Seychellois community living in Italy yesterday evening. The gathering was an opportunity for the…