The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) partners with AFJN-Uganda on many of these initiatives through the generosity and prayer of our members, donors, funders, and supporters. We thank you making possible these stories to share. By Sr. Mary Lilly Driciru,...
Natalie Blouin Natalie Blouin is a political science and global studies student at La Salle University in Philadelphia, where she concentrates on international relations, national security, and human rights. As an intern with the Africa Faith and Justice Network...
By: Steven Nabieu Rogers, PhD, AFJN Executive Director Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day marking the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the United States. This day serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history, marked by the brutal...
On June 4, 2025, the Africa Faith and Justice Network was one of over 40 organization that signed on to the Center for Civilians in Conflict’s letter to Members of Congress calling for an end in arm sales to the United Arab Emirates in light of their support to...
On June 3, AFJN was one hundreds of organizations that sent a letter to the Senate urging members to opposing the “One Big Beautiful Bill” due to its funding cuts that would eliminate healthcare, create food insecurity, and deepen poverty especially around...
By: Steven Nabieu Rogers, PhD Today, we remember the Ugandan Martyrs, a group of 45 young men who were executed between 1885 and 1887 in the Kingdom of Buganda, now part of Uganda. They were killed on the orders of King Mwanga II, who saw Christianity as a threat to...
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...
An Easter Reflection for Africa As the African sun rises on Easter morning, we are reminded of the vibrant colors and rhythms of life. We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a symbol of hope and renewal in the midst of our challenges and struggles. In many...
As we begin Holy Week: We pray for an end to conflicts and violence, that peace may flourish, and justice may prevail, bringing stability and security to all. We pray for wisdom and discernment for leaders, and for unity and compassion within communities, that all may...
