Continental Issues
In the News – WEP Life Skills Training Featured in AFJN-Nigeria
On September 29, 2026, the work of the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project life skills training was featured in the “AFJN-Nigeria empowers adolescent girls through life skills and community protection training in Ebonyi State” article featured in AFJN-Nigeria.
In the News – WEP Skills Training Featured in AFJN-Ghana
On September 28, 2026, the work of the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project life skills training was featured in the “Empowering Girls, Transforming Communities: AFJN’s September 2026 Field Mission” article in AFJN-Ghana.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in The Orange Newspapers
On September 24, 2026, the work of the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project was featured in the “AFJN Trains Adolescent Girls on Child Protection, Life Skills in Essien Udim” article featured in The Orange Newspapers.
A Missionary Cooperative Plan Reflection – Advancing Justice through Mutual Learning
After ten years with the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), I had the opportunity this year, in the month of April, to participate in the Diocese of Erie 2026 Missionary Cooperative Plan (Mission Appeal) on behalf of AFJN’s mission. Dr. Steven and I spent a weekend visiting four parishes in the rural Diocese of Erie, Pennsylvania.
AFJN to Participate in SECAM Justice and Peace Congress in Seychelles
The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has accepted an invitation from the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) to participate in its upcoming Congress for Justice and Peace Commissions. The Congress will be held in Seychelles from December 7 to 11, 2026, under the theme, “The Church in Africa at the service of creation, social justice and promotion of the common good.”
The African Diaspora and the Work of Justice and Peace
The African Catholic Association of the Washington Metropolitan Area organized a celebration of Ecclesia in Africa and…
In the News AFJN’s Ntama Bahati Featured in ACI Africa on Ecclesia in Africa
The African Catholic Association of the Washington Metropolitan Area organized a celebration of Ecclesia in Africa and “Africa’s Gift to the Church” with a Keynote Speech given by Africa Faith and Justice Network Senior Policy Analyst, Mr. Ntama Bahati that was featured in the ACI Africa September 14 article “African Diaspora Engages With St. John Paul II’s Vision for the Continent at Washington Celebration”.
In the News – AFJN Senior Fellow Patrick Egwu’s Article Featured in Global Sisters Report
On September 10, 2026, the work of the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Project was featured in Patrick Egwu’s “Sisters support Nigerian girls escaping domestic servitude and child labor” article in Global Sisters Report.
Ebola: Prevention, Trust, and the Case for Preparedness
This article draws on two U.S.-based awareness briefings intended to encourage international solidarity with affected communities. As…
Event: The 2026 Ebola Outbreak – Understanding the Crisis
The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and the Advocacy Network for Africa (AdNA) invite you to “The 2026 Ebola Outbreak – Understanding the Crisis” online event on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:00 am ET (Washington, DC). This event is free and open to the public. Registration requested.
In the News – Press Conference on Nigerian Women Representation in Governance Video Featured in ASO News
On May 21, 2026, AFJN-Nigeria shared ASO News’ coverage of the Press Conference for Women Religious in Nigeria on their Instagram page.
In the News – WEP Press Conference Video Coverage in The Catholic Voyage-Africa
On May 12, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network Women Empowerment Project Press Conference on Women Representation in Nigeria was covered in The Catholic Voyage-Africa.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in ACI AFRICA
On May 11, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Abah Anthony John’s “Catholic Officials Concerned About Women’s Marginalization in Nigerian Politics, Call for Inclusive Governance” article in ACI Africa.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Radio Nigeria Abuja
On May 8, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Kelvin Nwabueze’s “LP Committed To Increasing Women Participation In Politics – Nenadi Usman” article in Radio Nigeria Abuja.
In the News – AFJN Nigeria Press Conference on Nigeria Women Representation in Governance Featured on Notre Dame Catholic Media
On May 6, 2026, Notre Dame Catholic Media featured segments of the May 5th press conference on inclusive representation held by the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), AFJN-Nigeria, and the Dominicans for Justice and Peace.
In the News – AFJN Featured in The Sun
On May 4, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Tokunbo2’s “Financial constraints disenfranchising women in politics – Benani Usman” article in The Sun.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Media 360 Impact
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 Ameh Gabriel F.’s “Nenadi Usman: Money Politics, Weak Female Support Hindering Women’s Electoral Success in Nigeria” article in Media 360 Impact.
In the News – AFJN Featured in The Nation Newspaper
On May 6, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Musa Umar Bologi’s “2027: Women group urges swift passage of special seats bill” article in The Nation Newspaper.
In the News – AFJN Featured in News Agency of Nigeria
On May 6, 2026, Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) and AFJN-Nigeria’s recent advocacy work on women representation in Nigeria was featured in Emmanuel Oloniruha’s “2027: Christian group urges reforms for women’s political inclusion” article in News Agency of Nigeria.
In the News – AFJN WEP Featured in Leadership
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 Igho Oyoyo’s “2027: Coalition Demands Special Seats For Women” article in Leadership.
