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AFJN Joins Call for Congress to Defend South Africa’s Sovereign Rights

by Jacques Bahati | Aug 27, 2025

As a member of the Advocacy Network for Africa (AdNA), AFJN joined other coalition members in urging the US Congress to reject bills HR 4051 “Addressing Hostile and Antisemitic Conduct by the Republic of South Africa Act of 2025” and HR 2633...

10 Million Dead, Territory Lost: The War in Congo Shows No Sign of Ending

by Jacques Bahati | Aug 27, 2025

No United States (US) president has publicly acknowledged the ongoing war in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) -which has claimed an estimated 10 million lives, roughly equivalent to the entire population of countries like Sweden, Hungary, or Honduras –...

AFJN’s Unity Through Diversity: Children Sing for a United Congo

by Jacques Bahati | Aug 27, 2025

Believing that the Congolese people hold the key to resolving the ongoing conflict, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) continues to serve as a neutral voice – empowering communities in eastern Congo to choose peace by embracing the country’s rich ethnic...

AFJN Hosts Ambassador Jean Bosco Barege of the Republic of Burundi

by Jacques Bahati | Aug 6, 2025

On August 5, AFJN welcomed Ambassador Jean Bosco Barege of the Republic of Burundi and his team to our office for a rich exchange on humanitarian diplomacy, cultural engagement, and renewed collaboration to promote peace and deeper US-Burundi understanding....

Strengthening Land Justice and Responsible Investment in Ghana

by Jacques Bahati | Jul 28, 2025

This year, our land grabbing prevention and responsible investment initiative led us again to Ghana’s Volta and Oti regions, where we organized a series of impactful town hall meetings. In communities such as Anfoe, Avevi, Helekpe, Zomayi, and Morkplikpo, we engaged...

Congress Must Reject Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and the Proposed 5% Tax on Remittances

by Jacques Bahati | May 23, 2025

The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has taken a firm stand against Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which proposes a 5% excise tax on international remittances. As part of our mission to promote just US-Africa policy, we oppose this measure...

Land Grabbing and Lost Livelihoods: The Case of the Weta Traditional Area of Ghana’s Volta Region

by Jacques Bahati | Sep 18, 2024

Land grabbing not only directly affects the livelihoods of rural communities but also diminishes the potential for foreign investment in these areas, further entrenching poverty. A fact-finding mission by AFJN in July 2024 uncovered a long-standing conflict in Ghana’s...

Empowering Communities: Land Grabbing Awareness in Ziope and Agodormi

by Jacques Bahati | Sep 18, 2024

In Ghana, communities are taking proactive steps to protect their lands from foreign investors. On July 21, 2024, a significant meeting was held in Ziope, gathering 75 chiefs representing the 110 communities of the Ziope Traditional Area. This was the largest meeting...

The Vital Record System: Breaking the Cycle of Corruption and Unlocking Opportunities in Cameroon

by Jacques Bahati | Sep 3, 2024

In Cameroon, the absence of birth certificates sets countless lives on a precarious path, marked by struggles and hardships. This article delves into the harsh realities faced by families and individuals without proper identification and highlights the Africa Faith...

AFJN Launches ‘Unity Through Diversity’ Peace Project in Eastern Congo

by Jacques Bahati | Aug 29, 2024

In August 2024, the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) launched the “Unity Through Diversity” peacebuilding project in Goma, Eastern Congo. This initiative leverages music to promote peaceful coexistence and understanding among diverse ethnic groups....
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  • AFJN Hosts Ambassador Jean Bosco Barege of the Republic of Burundi

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