Ismael Matambura

AHAPPY Training of Trainers Experience at St. Joseph Mukasa Catholic Church, Abuja Nigeria

The AHAPPY Generation Training of Trainers was truly an eye-opening and transformative experience for me. It was not just fun, but deeply mind-shifting in how I see myself, my purpose, the world, and my responsibility and contribution to it. This training has made me a better person—not only for myself,

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

Former une génération d’espoir : des étudiants catholiques zimbabwéens se rassemblent pour une conférence de Pâques

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

Promouvoir le dialogue des jeunes et les valeurs : temps forts d’avril 2026 de Radio Kwizera

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

Le SYM reçoit un véhicule donné pour renforcer les opérations et les services de la clinique mobile au 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 intensifie ses efforts contre les violences basées sur le genre grâce à de nouvelles formations et programmes communautaires

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

De la pénurie à la durabilité : Comment Mahavotse construit l’espoir, le savon et la sécurité de l’eau dans le sud rural de Madagascar

Mahavotse, founded by VAO HANITRINIRIKO Nalimbinjanahary Christaline, is an enterprise born in the remote lands of Ambovombe-Androy in southern Madagascar. More than a startup, it is a determined response to scarcity, distance, and neglect. Emerging from a region often overlooked and difficult to access, the initiative reflects a bold vision

De la crise des déchets à la prise en charge de notre maison commune : Comment Antonio a construit Sarabio—un empire du recyclage à Madagascar

Sarabio, founded by Mr. Antonio Rafamantanantsoa, began as a bold idea that rose to distinction in the Jesuit Youth Social Entrepreneurial Action (JYSEA) program pitching competition. At its core, the initiative is driven by a simple yet powerful belief: nothing should be wasted if it can be transformed. Guided by

Réflexion sur la formation des formateurs AHAPPY à Abuja par Elisius Jecinta Chinenye

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank God for the beautiful gift of these four days together at St. Joseph Mukasa Catholic Church, Gidan Mangoro, Abuja, Nigeria. Brought together by the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), we came as youth hungry to grow — and God met us right where we

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