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.
Burkina Faso: First Communion against backdrop of terrorism, COVID-19
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“I have received the Body and Blood of Christ. This has strengthened my faith.”
Bishop Kukah: ‘genocide is happening in Nigeria’
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“The inefficiency of the military has made the terrorists bolder and there are also issues of the complicity of the various levels of the military.”
After 60 years of independence, Africa is still mired in poverty and violence—only the Church is bulwark of positive change
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"The Church functions better than any other institution. Despite the failings and the difficulties, it is the only one of all the institutions inherited from the West that actually performs."
International community is ignoring jihadist attacks in northern Mozambique
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"The people were already living in extreme poverty, facing grave difficulties. The problem is these people are facing the threat of death, of losing their homes, of becoming uprooted.”
Held by Boko Haram: ‘Leah Sharibu must have been raped and forced to convert’
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“Again, it is forced conversion and it cannot stand. We need to continue to work and to pray for Leah to be set free. Let us pray also for her family."
EU sounds alarm: danger of Mozambique becoming a new base for ISIS
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He added that the European Union should consider taking action by helping the government of Mozambique.
