On July 10, UNAIDS launched its 2025 Global AIDS Update, titled “AIDS, Crisis and the Power to Transform.” The report issues a stark warning: a historic funding crisis now threatens to reverse decades of hard-won progress in the global HIV response, unless countries, communities, and partners act decisively to reshape
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How AHAPPY Training is Transforming the Community: Water Tank Initiative Takes Shape at Emmaus Parish, Garissa Diocese
Following the AHAPPY Training of Trainers (ToT) held at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Bura-Tana from 22nd to 26th April 2025, the youth from Emmaus Parish, Garissa Diocese, developed a post-training work plan. One of the key activities was the installation of a 10,000-litre water tank to help conserve
AHAPPY Training by Bura Parish Youths Sparks Hope and Awareness
On 13th June 2025, Bura Catholic Parish came alive with a spirit of learning, reflection, and transformation as 80 young people gathered for a dynamic AHAPPY training seminar. The session was spearheaded by passionate AHAPPY trainees from the parish, who were implementing one of the key activities they had planned
Empowering Young People by Championing the Dignity and Rights of the African Child
In this June 2025 issue of AJANews, AJAN joins the rest of the world in commemorating the International Day of the African Child, observed on 16th June. This day offers an opportunity to celebrate the resilience and progress of African children while also reflecting on their fundamental rights to safety,
Celebrating Legacy, Learning, and Service: St. Aloysius Gonzaga Feast Day at St. Al’s, School of Hope
On Sunday, 29th July 2025, St. Aloysius Gonzaga Secondary School in Nairobi, Kenya, held a heartfelt celebration to honour their patron saint, St. Aloysius Gonzaga—a young Jesuit known for his deep faith, compassion, and unwavering service to the vulnerable. The event brought together students, staff, alumni, and special guests in
Igniting Careers and Purpose: Jesuit Youth Office Hosts Career Development Session at University of Zimbabwe
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, the Jesuit Youth Office hosted a career development session for fourth-year students at the University of Zimbabwe. This gathering was both a celebration of the students’ academic journey and a time of preparation for the next chapter—life beyond university. The event featured a keynote address
Zimbabwean Youth Empowered for Faithful Leadership and Life Beyond School
From June 20 to 22, 2025, the Zimbabwe Young Christian Students (ZYCS) of the Gweru Diocese hosted a transformative study session at Regina Mundi High School. Bringing together 40 high school students, the three-day program focused on integral youth development, spiritual formation, and career guidance. Designed to build community and
Honoring African Child Day at Saint Joseph Development Programmes, Kangemi, Kenya
On June 16th, Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) joined the rest of the continent in commemorating African Child Day 2025, celebrated this year under the theme: “Planning and Budgeting for Children’s Rights: Progress Since 2010.” The day served as an important reminder of the ongoing need to protect, promote, and
JUC conducts 2025 visits to partner schools to assess the AHAPPY program implementation-Rwanda
Throughout May and early June 2025, the Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) conducted a series of school visits to monitor the continued implementation of the AHAPPY Generation Program in various partner schools across Rwanda. These visits aimed to assess progress, encourage students, and strengthen the impact of the value-based youth formation
The Contribution of Medicine to the Restoration of Human Dignity by Service Yezu Mwiza (SYM), Burundi
On the peaceful hills of Bujumbura, a discreet yet powerful and transformative voice works each day to restore the dignity of human life, especially for the most vulnerable. The Association of Jesuit Fathers of Burundi/Service Yezu Mwiza (APJB/SYM) is a non-profit organization and a socio-medical center operating under the authority
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