Friday May 9th 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) held a vibrant and inspiring incubation meeting at its premises, bringing together selected youth beneficiaries from the 4th cohort training, and successful alumni of the Youth Empowerment Project. The gathering was part of JUC’s continued support for young entrepreneurs as they transition from
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The Intergenerational Bridge: A Story of Understanding, Growth, and Sustainability at Alfajiri College, DRC
At the heart of a bustling academic auditorium at Alfajiri College in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) a crowd of eager young people, educators, and elders gathered for a pivotal conference titled: “The Intergenerational Conflict: Understanding Today’s Youth and Their Unique Characteristics — How to Harness Their Contributions
Pope Francis: A courageous Pastor touching the mind and the heart.
A courageous Pastor touching the mind and the heart. Pope Francis has been inspiring for me. By his life and words, he was able to touch not only the mind but also the heart. Francis is that Pastor who uses metaphor to connect well with human real experience. His messages,
Radio Kwizera launches Kijana Smart edition in a talent-filled event
At the start of the year 2025 the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN) continued with its partnership with Radio Kwizera to bring the AHAPPY Program to young people in Tanzania through an exciting new initiative. This collaboration aims to promote holistic youth development by using media and community engagement to
AHAPPY Training of Trainers for the Youths from Catholic Diocese of Garissa
The AJAN HIV and AIDS Prevention Programs for the Youth Training of Trainers (AHAPPY-ToT) for youth from the Catholic Diocese of Garissa took place at St. Jude Thaddeus Catholic Church in Bura-Tana, from 22nd to 26th April 2025. The training brought together 49 participants from five out of the seven
AHAPPY ToT for Religious in Formation at Scholasticat Jésuite Saint Pierre Canisius -Kinshasa, DRC
The AHAPPY Training of Trainers (ToT) for religious in formation at Scholasticat Jésuite Saint Pierre Canisius in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) took place from April 14th to 16th, 2025. The training brought together 75 participants, including Jesuits in philosophy, novices from different congregations, trainee teachers, and students from
A Month of Solidarity, Awareness, and Celebration
AJANews March Edition This March 2025, AJAN stands in solidarity with the global community in commemorating International Women’s Day 2025, marking World Tuberculosis Day, and celebrating the 120th anniversary of the Chikuni Jesuit Mission. In response to the second Universal Apostolic Preference; walking with the poor, the outcasts of the
A Celebration of Success: Youth Graduation Marks New Beginnings-JUC, Rwanda
The JUC Youth Empowerment Program recently celebrated the graduation of its 4th cohort, marking the end of a transformative journey for a group of ambitious young entrepreneurs. Over the past three months, these participants embarked on an intense and rewarding experience, equipping themselves with the skills, mentorship, and confidence needed
AJAN AHAPPY Club at Alfajiri College Hosts a Conference on Sexuality, Taboos, and AIDS
On Saturday, March 22, 2025, the AJAN AHAPPY Club at Alfajiri College in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of the Congo, successfully hosted a conference on “Sexuality in Africa: Its Taboos and Consequences – A Medical Perspective.” The event brought together students, invited guests, representatives from Web Watchmen, Ambassadors of Peace, and
Celebration of International Women’s Day at Arrupe Jesuit University, Zimbabwe
The Jesuit Youth Office of Southern Africa Province celebrated the International women’s day at Arrupe Jesuit University in Harare where Mrs. Miniyothabo F Baloyi-Chiwenga delivered a powerful keynote address at an event that brought up participants from various universities and colleges under the theme “Together, lets #AccelateAction for gender equality”.
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