Africa News

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada, has announced the sudden passing of Most Reverend Albert Privet Thévenot, M. Afr. Bishop Thévenot peacefully passed away from heart failure at his residence in Prince Albert on April 13, the morning of Palm Sunday. He was 79. Bishop Thévenot was a dedicated member of the…

Pope Francis has named Missionaries of Africa priest, Father Ignatius Anipu, as the new Bishop of Maradi, Niger. Born in November 1959 in the Catholic Diocese of Navrongo-Bolgatanga in Ghana, the Bishop-elect has spent many years serving in various leadership roles within the Missionaries of Africa and beyond. Father Anipu was ordained a priest in…

We are delighted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Mons. Diego Ramón Sarrió Cucarella, a member of the Missionaries of Africa, on his recent appointment by Pope Francis as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Laghouat in Algeria. At 53 years old, Mons. Cucarella brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience. Born…

The Catholic Church in Africa is experiencing remarkable growth, with projections indicating that by 2050, one-third of the world’s Catholics will be African. This dynamic expansion reflects the Church’s close engagement with local communities, addressing critical needs like education, healthcare, and peacebuilding, as highlighted by Cardinal Protase Rugambwa in an interview with EWTN. However, this…

Father Barthélémy Bazemo, M.Afr, Appointed Provincial of the Americas Washington, D.C., USA – July 1, 2024 – We are delighted to announce that Father Barthélémy Bazemo, M.Afr, originally from Burkina Faso, has been appointed as the new Provincial of the Americas for the Missionaries of Africa, effective July 1, 2024. Father Bazemo succeeds Father Réal…

The Holy Father has appointed Father Francis Bomansaan, M.Afr., a Missionary of Africa, as Bishop of the Diocese of Wa, Ghana. The appointment was made on May 22, 2024, and the episcopal ordination is scheduled for August 2nd. Father Bomansaan has served in many roles with the Missionaries of Africa, including serving as deputy superior…

We are thrilled to share with you an exceptional television coverage by EWTN, offering a captivating glimpse into the remarkable journey of the Missionaries of Africa. This insightful feature delves into our rich history since 1868 and highlights our unwavering commitment to spreading the Catholic faith across Africa. The television coverage provides a comprehensive overview…

Tragically, at least fifteen worshipers were killed during a terrorist attack at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Bomborokuy, western Burkina Faso. The heart-wrenching news was reported on Feb. 25 by Bishop Laurent Birfuoré Dabiré, the Bishop of Dori. More details about this distressing attack during Sunday mass can be found on Vatican News.…

Father William Francis Moroney M. Afr. (1935-2024) passed away peacefully at home on February 17, 2024, in Nairobi, Kenya. A Chicago native, Father Moroney commenced his priestly journey with the Archdiocese of Chicago at Archbishop Quigley Preparatory Seminary and St. Mary of the Lake Seminary in Mundelein, Illinois, before entering the Society of Missionaries of…

Pope Francis has arrived in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, the first leg of his apostolic journey to Africa, the 40th since the start of his pontificate. You can learn more about Pope Francis’ trip at: Missionaries of Africa Canada website. Vatican News