On 8th June 2024, Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) were lucky to welcome his Grace Archbishop Stefan Heße of the Archdiocese of Hamburg in Germany. During his brief visit, Archbishop Stefan had the opportunity to meet Upendo unit children and all the staff working at Upendo. It was a great moment
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Celebration of the Global Day of Action to fight against drug abuse and trafficking at Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM).
On June 26, 2024, Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM) hosted an event to commemorate the Global Day of Action against drug abuse and trafficking. The event’s slogan was “Support Don’t Punish,” with the theme: Together, We Can Build Sustainable Alternatives in Burundi. This event saw the participation of the Local Consultant
Positive outcomes Realized from the Coordination Meeting with Municipal Coordination Committee Members in Burundi
In the framework of the “TUBAKARORERO” Project implemented in Bujumbura Province by the Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM), in partnership with Care International and under the financial support of the Embassy of the Netherlands in Burundi, SYM organized a meeting of coordination bringing together the members of the Municipal Coordination Committee
Unity in Education: Commemorating the African Child
On Monday, June 17, 2024, the Jesuit Urumuri Centre brought together members of the AHAPPY Generation clubs from partner schools to celebrate the International Day of the African Child. This day, observed annually on June 16, commemorates the struggle of African youth for their basic rights. Students from each of
AJAN Director’s Inspiring Visit to the Centre de Recherche d’Etude et de Créativité in Benin
On April 19, 2024, Father Ismaël MATAMBURA SJ., the Director of AJAN (African Jesuit AIDS Network), arrived in Benin to visit the Jesuit community in Cotonou. This visit, far from being a leisurely break, was part of his scheduled tour of Jesuit centers within the AJAN Network, including the Centre
Christian Life Community Outreach: Touching Lives in Kingabwa, Kinshasa, DRC
On Sunday, March 3rd, 2024, members of the Christian Life Community (CLC), Kinshasa undertook a visit to Persons Living with HIV (PLHIV) and orphans, whom it accompanies in Kingabwa, Kinshasa City, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The gathering commenced with a mass, followed by a gathering at the parish hall.
AHAPPY Training Activity Carried out by the Peer Educator Group at ABE, Burkina Faso
The fruits of AHAPPY training of trainers are realized when the newly trained individuals successfully pass on their knowledge, skills, and expertise to others. The transfer of knowledge by recently trained peer educators TONTEPAMBO Roger, COMPAORE Ghislain, and ZONGO Diane from the AHAPPY team at Association les Bénévoles de l’Espérance
Empowering Youth: SJDP End-of-Term Activities for Young People
African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) through collaboration with field centres is dedicated to fostering the holistic development of young people, providing them with opportunities for growth, learning, and community engagement. As the first came to a close, Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) undertook a series of dynamic activities aimed at
From Training to Transformation: Youth Empowerment at JUC, Rwanda
Entrepreneurial empowerment programs for young individuals aim to spark their creativity and provide them with essential skills and resources for fostering economic growth and self-sufficiency within their societies. Through mentorship and training, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) supports Rwandan youth in translating their concepts into successful enterprises, diverging from traditional training
Testimonial from Income Generating Activities in Kabezi, Burundi
Ashoura NSHIMIRIMANA is also one of the beneficiaries of the income-generating activities (AGRs) project which was initiated by the Service Mwiza with the aim of financially supporting vulnerable women. As for her, the funding she received from the ServiceYezu Mwiza has improved the living conditions of her family in general.
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