What began as a simple dream and a passion for cooking has grown into a thriving community enterprise that is changing lives in Burkina Faso. Le Restaurant Salia Lapin is today more than a restaurant, it is a story of resilience, innovation, and the transformative power of opportunity. In a
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AJANews April 2026 Brief: Advancing Health, Upholding Dignity, Inspiring Hope
In this April 2026 edition of AJANews, we look back on a month that has gently re-centred us on what truly matters: life, human dignity, and the quiet yet enduring power of hope. The celebration of Easter, preceded by Holy Week, together with the final vows of our AJAN Director,
WE ALL NEED SOMEBODY
Living in the world today,we all need somebody to look up to—a steady hand when skies turn grey,a voice that says, “I believe in you.” We all need somebody who inspires us,someone like Tobechukwu, who inspires Augustine,or Ujah, who inspires Imuetinyan—not perfect,just present through the fight,someone who finds a tiny
Easter Conference in Zimbabwe-Year of St Francis: Care for Our Common Hope
By, Charmaine Mandina, Reflection on the message of St. Francis during the NMCS Easter Conference. Eight hundred years on, St. Francis of Assisi still speaks to our world today. In 2026, the global Catholic Church celebrates a special Jubilee- a time to reflect on his life and renew how we
Shaping a Generation of Hope: Zimbabwean Catholic Students Gather for Easter Conference
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
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: Highlights from the AHAPPY Training of Trainers, Lagos, Nigeria
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
AHAPPY Ignites a New Generation in Benin City, Nigeria
From 13th to 17th April 2026, the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) continued its mission of empowering young people by bringing the AHAPPY Training of Trainers to St. Joseph Catholic Church. Building on previous sessions, the program gathered a vibrant group of young participants eager to learn, grow, and step
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