BULAWAYO, Zimbabwe — More than 280 students from higher and tertiary institutions across Zimbabwe convened from 2 to 6 April 2026 for the National Movement of Catholic Students (NMCS) Easter Conference, an annual gathering that this year delivered a powerful blend of spiritual renewal, leadership formation, and social engagement. This
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Fostering Youth Dialogue and Values: Radio Kwizera April 2026 Highlights
Throughout March and April 2026, Radio Kwizera, in partnership with the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), continued to facilitate dynamic youth-centred discussions addressing key social and developmental challenges. Building on March’s foundational topics, including coping with adolescent challenges, community integration, and the role of physical exercise in mental and physical
SYM Receives Donated Vehicle to Boost Mobile Clinic Operations and Services in Burundi
In a context where access to healthcare remains a major challenge for the most vulnerable populations, Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM) in Burundi, has reached a decisive milestone in strengthening its community interventions. The acquisition of a Toyota Land Cruiser, donated on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, by Jesuitenweltweit (German Jesuits), marks a strategic
From Anticipation to Achievement: Insights from My Experience with AHAPPY Training
April 2026 will remain an unforgettable chapter in my life. On the 21st of April, I began the AHAPPY Training of Trainers at St. Francis Catholic Parish, Idimu – Lagos, with little expectation. My initial motivation was simple: to become a better steward and, perhaps, gain an additional certification. However,
CA-MDG Amplifies Efforts Against Gender-Based Violence with New Training and Community Programs
In a continued effort to combat violence in all its forms, the Centre Arrupe Madagascar (CA-MDG), through its Health and Family Programme (Programme Santé et Famille-PSF), has rolled out a series of impactful training sessions and community engagements across the country. On 20th April 2026, the Centre conducted targeted training
From Scarcity to Sustainability: How Mahavotse is Building Hope, Soap, and Water Security in Rural Southern Madagascar
Mahavotse, founded by VAO HANITRINIRIKO Nalimbinjanahary Christaline, is an enterprise born in the remote lands of Ambovombe-Androy in southern Madagascar. More than a startup, it is a determined response to scarcity, distance, and neglect. Emerging from a region often overlooked and difficult to access, the initiative reflects a bold vision
From Waste crisis to Caring for our Common Home: How Antonio built Sarabio-a recycling empire in Madagascar
Sarabio, founded by Mr. Antonio Rafamantanantsoa, began as a bold idea that rose to distinction in the Jesuit Youth Social Entrepreneurial Action (JYSEA) program pitching competition. At its core, the initiative is driven by a simple yet powerful belief: nothing should be wasted if it can be transformed. Guided by
Reflection on AHAPPY ToT in Abuja by Elisius Jecinta Chinenye
From the bottom of our hearts, we thank God for the beautiful gift of these four days together at St. Joseph Mukasa Catholic Church, Gidan Mangoro, Abuja, Nigeria. Brought together by the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), we came as youth hungry to grow — and God met us right where we
Reflection on AHAPPY ToT in Abuja by Akpofi Charles Oghenevwede
The AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Programme for the Youth (AHAPPY) workshop was a profound journey for me. Facilitated by Father Ishmael SJ and Pascalia Sergon from Kenya, the program placed self-discovery at its heart. Although I have long known the importance of knowing myself, this was a powerful reminder
A New Wave of Youth Empowerment Takes Place in Abuja as AJAN Undertakes AHAPPY Training of Trainers
Between April 8th to 11th, 2026, the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) undertook the AHAPPY Training of Trainers (ToT) for youths at St. Joseph Mukasa Catholic Church, Gidan Mangoro, Abuja, Nigeria, bringing together 22 participants for an enriching and transformative experience. The AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Programme for the
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