Despite decades of conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), to forget about the unfolding human tragedy happening there on a daily basis will be a grave mistake. For decades, the DRC’s provinces of North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri have been overwhelmed by a...
The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), the Dominicans for Justice and Peace, and Talitha Kum Africa invite you to “Tackling Human Trafficking in Africa: Catholic Sisters Share Successful Advocacy Strategies" on April 5, 2023, 11:00 am (ET US and Canada). This...
Join the Africa Faith and Justice Network and Friends of the Congo for "Crisis in the Congo: Voices from the Frontlines" with Justine Masika and Pascal Mugaruka, recently arrived in Washington, DC from Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). They will provide...
On March 8, 2023 International Women’s Day (IWD), Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) celebrates the achievements of all women in the world. We raise awareness about the challenges that persist, and we urge everyone to take action to drive gender parity. Today, in...
January 2023 Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers' article "Will 2023 Be The Defining Moment for Sustaining Democracy in Africa" was featured in the "maiden edition" of Sierra Eye Digital Magazine that was posted on twitter @sierraeyesalone on January 29, 2023 on page 22. Click...
For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 5, 2023 The African Legacy of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI Washington, DC - Today, the world celebrated the Funeral Mass of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI in St. Peter’s Square Rome. Over 200,000 visitors paid their respects to the late Pope...
Merry Christmas and happy (early) New Year from all of us at the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN)! As we prepare to celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and say goodbye to 2022, we want to use this opportunity to reflect on the many blessings...
https://youtu.be/9WzrbioLpFU The Africa Faith and Justice Network invites you to the “Congo Peace Vigil: A Global Call for Peace in the Congo" on Friday, December 30, 2022 from 12 - 6 pm EST (US and Canada). Join us in solidarity with the people of the...
The alarming escalation of violence in our homes, including spousal murders, and the inhumane treatment of house helpers has raised serious concerns among well-meaning Nigerians, and calls for urgent action. An examination of the issue paints a picture of war on the...
The Advocacy Network for Africa with Africans Rising For Unity, Justice, Peace & Dignity, Africa Faith and Justice Network, American Friends Service Committee, Interconnected Justice, Jubilee USA Network and the US/Africa Bridge Building Project are organizing two...
(To read the full report with analysis click here or to read the summarized version with activity pictures click here) Ghana, which has been one of West Africa’s most politically stable countries since its independence from British rule, is facing another form of...
The Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Sr. Eucharia Madueke, SNDdeN spoke on a panel about her advocacy training work coordinating the AFJN Women Empowerment Project in Africa. The multi-day event, which took place from October 26-28, 2022 in Nairobi, Kenya, brought...