From Day one when attendees explored a range of issues, from digital technologies’ potential in creating a “borderless Africa” to innovative approaches in healthcare, education, and energy. On the second day the first panel of the day, titled “Developing Human Capital, Job Creation, and Talent Retention for People-Driven Development in
AJAN News Articles
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
Day One of the DRC Social Innovation Summit: Amplifying the voices of youth and women in social innovation
The 2024 DRC Social Innovation Summit (DRC-SIS), held at the Pullman Hotel in Kinshasa, from the 4th to 5th September 2024 gathered innovators and changemakers from over 42 nationalities, underscoring the pivotal role of social entrepreneurship in addressing Africa’s most pressing challenges under the theme; “Amplifying Voices: Youth and Women Innovating
AJAN’s Focus on Youth: Harnessing the power of digital Innovation among young people
AJANews Editorial Brief August 2024 By, Dennis Owuoche, AJAN Communications Officer. The third Apostolic Preference of the Jesuits calls us to “accompany young people in the creation of a hope-filled future.In this August 2024 edition of the AJANews Newsletter, we highlight the voices, actions, and initiatives of our youth. “
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
CA MDG: Championing for better Health and Well-being Through Radio Don Bosco
Since December 2023, the Health and Family Program, in partnership with the communications department, has been hosting the radio show « Education à la vie et à l’Amour » (“Education for Life and Love”) on Radio Don Bosco 93.4 FM. Broadcast every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., this show aims
Advocacy Workshop: Towards sustainable management of plastic bags in Madagascar
On 25-26 July 2024, CA MDG organized a crucial advocacy workshop as part of its Environment and Sustainable Development EDD Programme. This event brought together various sustainable development stakeholders as well as policy makers to discuss the challenges posed by plastic bags and sachets smaller than 50 microns. Acting for the
AHAPPY Training of Trainers for Youth Leaders from the Catholic Diocese of Isiolo in Kenya
From 12th to 16th August 2024, African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) undertook a 5-day training of trainers on AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Program for the Youths (AHAPPY). The training that took place at the Pastoral Centre in Isiolo was attended by 32 youth leaders from the Catholic Diocese of
AJANews Brief July 2024: Embracing Ubuntu as a Path to Resilience, Strength and Unity in the fight against AIDS
In this edition of the AJANews Newsletter for July 2024, AJAN calls for collective action and more concentrated focus on adolescents and young people. According to the UNAIDS 2024 Global AIDS Update, tremendous progress has been made in preventing new HIV infections despite this, Africa remains an epicenter of the
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