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In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Punch
On May 5, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Solomon Odeniyi’s “Women group urges passage of special seats bill” article in Punch.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in THISDAY
On May 5, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Adedayo Akinwale’s “2027: Reverend Sisters, CSOs Demand Structured, Enforceable Actions that Guarantee Inclusive Governance” article in THISDAY.
In the News – AFJN Women Empowerment Featured in Peoples Gazette on Female Representation
On May 5, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in the “Christian group urges reforms for women’s inclusion in politics” article in Peoples Gazette. The article quotes Sr. Eucharia Maudeke, SNDdeN, AFJN WEP Coordinator and Fr. Aniedi Okure, OP, AFJN WEP Consultant who have been working on empowering women religious in Nigeria since 2016.
Leaders on Mission: Building a Culture of Hope Panel Featuring Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers
AFJN Executive Director, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers will be speaking on a panel this year for the Executive Directors Network In-Service Day on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 in Washington, DC.
Restoring Identity, Unlocking Futures: AFJN’s Birth Registration Initiative in Cameroon
Across Cameroon, thousands of children remain invisible in the eyes of the law—without birth certificates, they are…
AFJN Highlights Community Commitments Following Government Inspection of Baomahun Gold Project
Following its October 2025 face-to-face community townhall with residents of Valunia Chiefdom and representatives of FG Gold…
A Cultural Strategy for Peace in a Region Shaped by Conflict
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
A Catholic Social Teaching Perspective on Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!”
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
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
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.
Press Release: AFJN Letter to Pope Leo XIV Ahead of Visit to Africa Highlighting Key Concerns
On Friday, ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s maiden visit to Africa, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) sent a letter to The Supreme Pontiff (through the Apostolic Nuncio) urging His Holiness to highlight key areas of injustice impacting the region.
Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!”
Join AFJN for Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2026 “Protecting People, Peace, and Planet!” on April 20-22, 2026. Register today.
2025 AFJN End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Updates
Read the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s 2054 End of Year Report: Activity Highlights and Updates
Virtual Documentary Screening & Panel Discussion: When the Land Is Gone, So Is the Food
The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and Different Perspectives with Paul Ndiho invite you to “When the Land is Gone, So is the Food” a special screening and conversation on one of the most urgent challenges facing rural communities across Africa: land grabbing and its impact on food security, livelihoods, and community stability on March 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM (EST).
Join AFJN’s Dr. Rogers for Maryknoll’s Way of the Cross for Peace and Justice
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.
Cocoa Farmers, Justice, and the Preferential Option for the Poor
Cocoa is one of the world’s most important agricultural commodities, sustaining millions of families across Africa, Latin…
Event: Africa Political Outlook “Forces of the Future” Speaking Engagement
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.”
