From November 4th to 10th, 2024, Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) carried out impactful activities centered on supporting young boys and addressing their unique challenges. The highlight was the Boys Forum held over the weekend—a dedicated session where secondary school boys came together to connect, openly discuss their struggles, and
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Father Kizito’s Inspiring Visit to St. Joseph Development Programmes: A Day of Hope
Towards the end of the Month of September St. Joseph Development Programmes was honored to host the Jesuit Provincial of Eastern Africa Province, Father Kizito Kiyimba SJ, during a meaningful visit that left a lasting impact on the community. His presence brought warmth, encouragement, and a sense of renewed purpose
Shaping Young Futures: JUC Launches New Cohort for Youth Entrepreneurship Program
In the year 2024, AJAN set out to accompany the young people by offering economic empowerment to the youth through the Jesuit Youth Social Entrepreneurship Action (JYSEA) Program which brings a whole new approach in support of the youth and goes beyond simply intellectual and business skills. As we continue
Madagascar’s Youth Lead the Charge: Pioneering Green Entrepreneurship for a Sustainable Future
From September 12 to 17, 2024, a vibrant training program on green entrepreneurship took place in the village of Aina Benasandratra, Madagascar. Organized by Centre Arrupe, Madagascar (CA MDG), the 4-day continuous training was part of the (Life and Environment Education (LIFEE) Project aligned with the Season of Creation, which
Youth-Led Social Entrepreneurship Initiatives for a Self-Reliant Church Gain Momentum at Cimpunda Parish, DRC
In a dynamic series of events, the youth of Notre Dame de la Miséricorde Parish in Cimpunda, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), have taken bold steps to advance social entrepreneurship and community development in their parish. The first event, held on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, brought together young members
SYM Empowers the Vulnerable Through Peer Education and Mobile Healthcare
On September 12, 2024, Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM) in Burundi organized a mobile clinic in the communities of Kabezi and Ruziba. This initiative, part of SYM’s commitment to enhancing public health in Burundi, focused on delivering therapeutic reinforcement and holistic health education, targeting the vulnerable populations who have limited access
SYM Empowers Foster Mothers in the Fight Against HIV
On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM) in Burundi hosted an event marking the launch of the Mothers Nurturing program, a critical initiative aimed at supporting HIV service providers and strengthening the Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) services in Bujumbura North District. The event brought together foster mothers
A Visit to CVX Saint Ignace, Kingabwa-DRC Sheds Light on Resilience Amidst Challenges
On September 6, 2024, AJAN Liaison Officer Fernando Nimbu, SJ, on behalf of AJAN Director Fr. Ismael Matambura, SJ, accompanied by Father Michel Lobunda, who serves as the spiritual guide to CVX Saint Ignace, visited the CVX Saint Ignace community in Kingabwa, Kinshasa, as part of AJAN’s field visits and
Building a Conscious and Enterprising Generation in Guinea Conakry through AHAPPY
In August 2024, from the 19th to the 30th, a transformative training initiative took place in the Nzérékoré region of Guinea Conakry, targeting youth and addressing pressing health and social challenges. Organized by the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) and Fe y Alegria, the program, known as AJAN HIV and
Centre Monseigneur Munzihirwa (CMM)-DRC: A Beacon of Hope and Progress
On July 2nd, a farewell mass was held for children who were being reunited with their families. The event was attended by children from the open environment program. On July 16th, the vocational training centre at Centre Monseigneur Munzihirwa (CMM) welcomed Fr. Emmanuel Lenge SJ., the provincial treasurer, to bless
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