The Voice of the suffering in Africa
Here you’ll find the latest updates on the struggles and resilience of persecuted communities around the world. These stories highlight both the challenges they endure and the faith that sustains them. Stay connected to learn how hope continues to shine through suffering.
‘The Pope’s visit to South Sudan will be a source of joy!’
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Violence between armed groups and hunger are two of the most serious problems in South Sudan. It is estimated that around seven million people, a third of the population, live in a state of severe food insecurity,
Terrorism gains ground in Burkina Faso, targeting priests and religious
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"Terrorism is gaining more and more ground.” A few months ago, the congregation was run out of the city of Pama. Last March, the terrorists sealed off the city."
Cameroon: nine kidnapped in attack on church are released
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In his letter, the Bishop of Mamfe strongly condemns, once more, the desecration of the Church of Saint Mary, which was burned down during the attack, and describes “taking away the freedom of our fellow brothers and sisters” as “inhuman."
Nun is murdered in DR Congo
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"They looted everything they could find, taking medicines, and at the end they set fire to the building. A nun, who is also a doctor and was on night duty, was burned alive, along with a patient.”
Nine years a prisoner of Boko Haram
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"We suffered so much at the hands of these heartless, ruthless people. For nine years we saw the shedding of the innocent blood of my fellow Christians, killed by people who do not value life. They murdered without remorse, like it’s a normal thing to do."
Nigerian bishop raps ‘conspiracy of silence’ on Christian persecution
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"Even though the outside world knows the extent of the ongoing killings and displacement of Christian communities in Nigeria, there exists what I term a conspiracy of silence."
