Coalitions

A Cultural Strategy for Peace in a Region Shaped by Conflict

April 28, 2026

Through its “Unity Through Diversity” initiative, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), in partnership with Music Artists for Peace, is advancing a bold yet deeply grounded approach: using music as an instrument of social repair

AFJN Walks with the Camino of Maryland in Support of the Day of the African Child

April 28, 2026

You are invited to join AFJN on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 for a ONE DAY WALK with the Camino of Maryland in support of the “Day of The African Child” (June 16).

A Catholic Social Teaching Perspective on Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!”

April 24, 2026

From April 20–22, 2026, the Ecumenical Advocacy Days (EAD) National Gathering convened in Washington, DC under the theme “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet.” The gathering reaffirmed that advocacy is not peripheral but essential to Christian discipleship. For the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), this commitment flows from the conviction that faith must shape public engagement, particularly in confronting injustice.

In the News – Dr. Rogers Quoted in The Calabash Newspaper

April 21, 2026

On April 20, 2026, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, Africa Faith and Justice Network Executive Director, was quoted in James Tamba Lebbie’s “AFJN Chief Urges Global Leaders to Integrate Faith into Africa’s Development Agenda at Brussels Summit” article in The Calabash Newspaper.

In the News – Dr. Rogers Quoted in Truth Media

April 18, 2026

On April 17, 2026, Dr. Rogers was quoted in James Tamba Lebbie’s “At Brussels summit, AFJN leader urges policymakers to take faith seriously in shaping Africa’s future” article in Truth Media.

Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!”

April 7, 2026

Join AFJN for Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!” on April 20-22, 2026. Register today.

In the News: Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers Quoted in National Catholic Reporter on Way of the Cross

April 6, 2026

Africa Faith and Justice Network Executive Director, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, was quoted in Rhina Guidos’ “Washington’s Way of the Cross calls out suffering caused by US government” April 3, 2026 article in National Catholic Reporter.

Easter Reflection

April 5, 2026

Happy Easter 2026! Christ is Risen!

AFJN and 90 Organization Send Letter to Secretary Rubio on Minerals Trade and Health in Zambia

April 1, 2026

AFJN with 90 organizations sent the “Reject Threatening HIV and Other Medical Assistance to Zambia Over Critical Minerals” to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on March 26, 2026, following…

2025 AFJN End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Updates

March 31, 2026

Read the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s 2054 End of Year Report: Activity Highlights and Updates

Palm Sunday

March 29, 2026

Palm Sunday 2026

Join AFJN’s Dr. Rogers for Maryknoll’s Way of the Cross for Peace and Justice

March 12, 2026

On April 3, 2026, you are invited to join Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Executive Director, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers for Maryknoll’s Office for Global Concerns’ annual Good Friday “Way of the Cross for Peace & Justice.” This outdoor event begins at noon (12:00 pm EDT) at the National Archives.

Event: Africa Political Outlook “Forces of the Future” Speaking Engagement

March 11, 2026

Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) Executive Director, is a speaker at the “Forces of the Future” (4th edition) Africa Political Outlook convening in Brussels. The March 26-27, 2026 event will feature “economic, industrial, scientific, political, cultural, diplomatic, and governmental decision-makers […] to reimagine, rewrite, and define the rules of the game for tomorrow’s Africa.”

Event: Inclusive Leadership – Women Representation in Nigerian Governance and Development

February 19, 2026

The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) with Africa Faith and Justice Network Nigeria, is holding “Inclusive Leadership: Women Representation in Nigerian Governance and Development” on February 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm (Washington, DC); 6:00 pm (Abuja, Nigeria).

In the News: AFJN-Ghana Article on Tamale Briefing to End Early and Child Marriage and Domestic Servitude

February 9, 2026

On February 7 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network Ghana wrote “Communities Empowered to Stop Early Child Marriage and Domestic Servitude” about the recent policy briefing that was held in Tamale, Ghana as part of the Women Empowerment Project.

AFJN-Ghana Report “Empowering Communities to End Child Marriage—One Step at a Time”

January 23, 2026

On January 22, 2026, the Africa Faith and Justice Network Ghana published “Empowering Communities to End Child Marriage—One Step at a Time” about their December 10, 2025 “Interventions on Ending Early and Forced Child Marriages and Domestic Servitude in Selected Communities of the Northern Region Study” report by Maxwell Anamdare Asale (MPhil) and Lawrence Adukor Abanga (MSc).

AFJN eBulletin | December 2025

December 22, 2025

Read the AFJN eBulletin | December 2025

In the News – AFJN Women Empowerment Featured in The Guardian Nigeria

December 19, 2025

On December 17, 2025, the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project was mentioned in Osiberoha Osibe’s article “Police, ministry others collaborate to combat domestic servitude in Anambra” featured in The Guardian Nigeria.

In the News – AFJN Women Empowerment Project Featured in Apex News Exclusive

December 19, 2025

On December 18, 2025, the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project was quoted in Sunny A. David’s “Anambra Police condemn domestic servitude, early child marriage” featured in Apex News Exclusive.

Calling to Action: Women Empowerment in Nigeria

December 16, 2025

In September 2025 the Africa Faith and Justice Network, Nigeria (AFJN-N) held an “Ending Domestic Servitude and Early Child Marriage” policy briefing at Jubilee Hall, Holy Ghost Cathedral, in Enugu State, Nigeria. The event drew stakeholders from different organizations including the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), traditional rulers, law enforcement agencies, the judiciary, civil society groups, church leaders and the media.