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AFJN Joins Call for Congress to Defend South Africa’s Sovereign Rights

August 27, 2025

Coalition members in urging the US Congress to reject bills HR 4051 and HR 2633, which aim to penalize South Africa for its lawful foreign policy decisions and engagement with the International Court of Justice.

AFJN’s Unity Through Diversity: Children Sing for a United Congo

August 27, 2025

In collaboration with its partners, including local peace-promoting musicians, AFJN released a children’s version of the song “Let Us Live Together Without Tribalism,” which has deeply resonated with the public. We invite you to support this message by watching, liking, and sharing the video to help amplify the children’s call for unity and peace.

Women and Community Empowerment in Karamoja Uganda

July 31, 2025

AFJN Welcomes Our 2025 Summer Interns

July 3, 2025

AFJN Welcomes our 2025 Summer Interns Natalie Blouin, Roberto Castro, and Mokua Makori

A Juneteenth Reflection During the Jubilee Year of Hope

June 19, 2025

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, a significant day marking the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the United States. This day serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history, marked by the brutal realities of slavery, struggles for freedom, and the enduring spirit of resilience that defined our ancestors. In the spirit of the Jubilee year, a time traditionally associated with liberation, restoration, and renewal, we honor the memory and courage of those who fought for their freedom and paved the way for future generations.

Coalition to Congress: Disapprove Arms Sales to the United Arab Emirates in Light of Their Support to the Rapid Support Forces’ in Sudan

June 6, 2025

On June 4, 2025, the Africa Faith and Justice Network was one of over 40 organization that signed on to the Center for Civilians in Conflict’s letter to Members of Congress calling for an end in arm sales to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in light of their support to the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) in Sudan.

Coalition to Senate: Oppose the One Big Beautiful Act

June 4, 2025

On June 3, AFJN was one hundreds of organizations that sent a letter to the Senate urging members to opposing the “One Big Beautiful Bill” due to its funding cuts that would eliminate healthcare, create food insecurity, and deepen poverty especially around marginalized communities.

Call to Compassion: Reflecting on the Ugandan Martyrs and Refugee Rights

June 3, 2025

This year, the celebration of the Ugandan Martyrs holds profound significance, not only for the Christian community but also for people of all faiths and backgrounds. Their story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, empathy, and protection for those fleeing persecution.

Congress Must Reject Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” and the Proposed 5% Tax on Remittances

May 23, 2025

The Africa Faith and Justice Network (AFJN) has taken a firm stand against Section 112105 of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” which proposes a 5% excise tax on international remittances. As part of our mission to promote just US-Africa policy, we oppose this measure that unfairly burdens African migrants and their families who rely on these funds for survival.

AFJN eBulletin | April 2025

April 30, 2025

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An Easter Reflection for Africa

April 19, 2025

An Easter Reflection for Africa

Palm Sunday Prayer

April 12, 2025

As we begin Holy Week: We pray for an end to conflicts and violence, that peace may flourish, and justice may prevail, bringing stability and security to all. We pray…

Call for Action on Mineral Traceability and Conflict Financing in Eastern DRC

April 11, 2025

The Africa Faith and Justice Network, a member of the Public-Private Alliance for Responsible Minerals Trade (PPA), sent the “Call for Action on Mineral Traceability and Conflict Financing in Eastern DRC” letter to the PPA Leadership Team, urging them to take a clear and principled stance of the ongoing crisis in the DRC with particular emphasis on the issue of mineral extraction by unauthorized actors, including armed groups.

Coalition Letter to President Trump on Debt and Financial Reform

April 9, 2025

Coalition letter to President Donald Trump that reiterated how “debt relief and restructuring make effective economic and security policies, strengthening our country’s global moral leadership” and calling for “strong American leadership on debt relief and financial architecture reform.”

AFJN Supports House Resolution for Reparations

April 4, 2025

On April 3rd, AFJN was part of a update call on the reintroduction of House Resolution 40 (Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act) with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-7)’s Office.

2024 AFJN End of Year Report: Activity Highlights & Updates

April 3, 2025

Read the Africa Faith and Justice Network’s 2024 End of Year Report: Activity Highlights and Updates

AFJN Welcomes Our 2025 Spring Intern

March 3, 2025

AFJN Welcomes our 2025 Spring Intern, Jahael Paul.

Coalition Letter to G-20 Finance Ministers

February 27, 2025

Letter from global faith leaders to G20 finance minister on the global debt crisis” to the G20 finance minister that “champion[s a] debt cancellation framework […] suspend[s] payments [, r]eforms International Financial Institutions [and s]upports the creation of a UN Debt Convention”.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 20, 2025

Praying for a peaceful MLK Jr. Day.

AFJN eBulletin | December 2024

December 31, 2024

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