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.
In Nigeria, a priest reflects on deadly Fulani attack in light of Easter season
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"I asked myself why it was that I organized an occasion to honor the mother of God and this would happen on this same day. I wondered where our Mother was that she could not intervene but allowed these people to suffer."
In Mozambique, insurgents wage war hidden by ‘law of silence’
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"There are many financial interests and those who are funding all this are finding fertile ground due to the poverty, the lack of opportunities and the resulting youth unemployment."
COVID-19 in Africa: Catholic radio stations offer hope, sustain faith
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"It is our mission to act as ambassadors of hope for a society that fears the pandemic. We have to help keep burning the flames of faith and hope—the hope that the world will return to normal if everyone does his or her part.”
COVID-19: cardinal offers up his illness for peace in Burkina Faso
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Cardinal Ouedraogo says he "willingly offers this time of trial" and his "daily prayer: for every person afflicted by the virus; for an end to the killing of innocent people by the forces of evil; for reconciliation, justice and peace in Burkina Faso.”
In Niger, joy and surprise at sign of life in case of abducted missionary
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Not even 23 seconds long, the video appears to have been recorded by the priest’s abductors as proof of life and may indicate the possibility of negotiations for the liberation of this missionary.
Living the faith in Kenya, five years after major terrorist attack
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"We thank God that things have returned almost to normal, even though there are still some sporadic attacks from terrorist groups in our diocese. The last two months there have been about 16 of these incidents and some 60 people lost their lives."
