Continental Issues
Empowering Communities: Land Grabbing Awareness in Ziope and Agodormi
In Ghana, communities are taking proactive steps to protect their lands from foreign investors. On July 21,…
The Vital Record System: Breaking the Cycle of Corruption and Unlocking Opportunities in Cameroon
In Cameroon, the absence of birth certificates sets countless lives on a precarious path, marked by struggles…
In the News: AFJN’s Fr. Okure Featured in Vanguard on GMOs
The Africa Faith and Justice Network’s Women Empowerment Consultant, Fr. Aniedi Okure, OP, was quoted in Gabriel Ewepu’s article “GMOs not panacea to hunger in Nigeria – HOMEF” in Vanguard” on July 31, 2024.
AFJN Executive Director Addresses High-Level UN-ECOSOC Segment on the Land Grabbing in Africa
On July 17, 2024, Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers, Executive Director of the Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN), had the privilege of addressing the ministerial plenary at the 2024 United Nations (UN) Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) High-Level Segment in New York. The theme of the general debate was “Reinforcing the 2030 Agenda and eradicating poverty in times of multiple crises: delivering sustainable, resilient, and innovative solutions.”
In the News: Dr. Rogers Quoted in La Croix International
On July 16, Dr. Rogers was quoted in Mark Pattison’s article “US bishops announce staff cuts targeting…
In the News: Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers on AYV Sierra Leone
While recognizing that business is important to Sierra Leone’s growth, the “focus on policies [must be done] in such a way that […] natural resources” are protected keeping in mind that “[w]e cannot multiply this land […] so we have to make sure that we protect it, and that’s the main job that we do” said Dr. Rogers
The Suffering Church in Africa: How Africans in the Diaspora Can Respond
The goal of this panel discussion is to explore, in brief,
the suffering of the African Church, to create the awareness of this
suffering in the minds of Africans in the diaspora and to explore
ways they can respond.
Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2024 Spring Summit
Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2024 Spring Summit “Faith in Action: Advancing Human Rights and Peace for All” an in-person event.
Kanuwloe: How Land Grabbing is displacing and impoverishing one Rural Community in Ghana’s Volta Region
Through AFJN’s work, awareness has been raised in several communities in Ghana over the years. With support from our members, grantors and local partners, AFJN’s advocacy continues to play a crucial role in reversing the risk that undermines domestic efforts in increasing food production and food security for Africa’s vulnerable.
Civil Society Policy Forum Event on Governance Reform
The Africa Faith and Justice Network, Center for Accountability and Rule of Law, Ghana Integrity Initiative, and Jubilee USA Network invite you to “Governance Reform Through Transparency: The Role of Civil Society in Combatting Corruption” on April 18, 2024 from 11:15 am – 12:45 pm EDT (USA & Canada).
2023 AFJN End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Activities
Read the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s 2023 End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Activities
AFJN Exe. Dir. Rogers on Straight Talk Africa
On February 28, 2024 AFJN Executive Director Dr. Steven Nabieu Rogers was featured on “Why Does Russia Need Africa?” Straight Talk Africa.
AFJN Urges Senegal Government to Honor February Election Date
The Africa Faith and Justice Network urges Senegal’s President Macky Sall to honor the original election date of February 25, 2024.
AFJN Joins 131 Others Calling for Temporary Protected Status for the DRC
On November 9, 2023, AFJN was one of 131 organizations and leaders who sent a letter to President Biden, Secretary Blinken, and Secretary Mayorkas calling for them “to designate the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) [due to the] escalating armed conflicts [that] have further aggravated a dire humanitarian crisis”.
AFJN urges the Biden administration to implement The White House Global Water Strategy for Africa
In a meeting with US Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md) on Thursday, November 2, the Africa Faith…
ECOWAS Must Use Diplomacy Not Force to Restore Stability in the Republic of Niger
Today, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) held an emergency meeting to discuss the coup in the Republic of Niger (Niger). This meeting followed the unsuccessful August 8th attempt to send an ECOWAS’ tripartite delegation to meet with military authorities in Niger. Since the July 26 coup, ECOWAS has held several meetings “to deploy all measures in order to restore constitutional order in Niger” prior to using military force. The United States, while reluctant to declare a coup, has been in communication with the ousted President and the junta leaders hoping for a peaceful resolution and restoration of constitutional order.
Book Discussion on Who Are My People? Love, Violence, and Christianity in Sub-Saharan Africa
a virtual “Book Discussion on Who are My People? Love, Violence, and Christianity in Sub-Saharan Africa” on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 11:00 am EDT (US and Canada). This discussion will center around Emmanuel Katongole’s 2022 book Who are My People? Love, Violence, and Christianity in Sub-Saharan Africa. The online event is free but registration is required.
