Inspired by the Jesuit mission to serve faith and promote justice, Jesuit initiatives across Africa continue to respond to the cries of the poor and the needs of the earth. Guided by the four Jesuit Universal Apostolic Preferences (UAP), Jesuit works seek holistic solutions that nurture both people and planet.
All Posts by Pe. Matambura Ismael, SJ
Apoiar futuros sustentáveis: o JUC concede fundos iniciais a jovens empreendedores em Ruanda
On Thursday, October 2, 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) gathered at its premises the beneficiaries of the 5th Cohort in the Youth Empowerment Program for a meeting on the next step in their entrepreneurial journeys — the Incubation Phase. The meeting brought together the youth and alumni of the program. Speaking
Parcerias frutíferas: Expansão do projeto de conservação ambiental e alimentação escolar da JUC
On September 19, 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) hosted a meeting at its premises with 29 secondary school directors to discuss the Environment Conservation and School Feeding Program. Launched in 2022 as a pilot phase, JUC, in collaboration with 14 partner schools, planted fruit trees in school farms for two
Graduação de Mulheres e Raparigas Empoderadas através do Programa BRWGA na St Peter’s Kubatana High School, Zimbábue
On 22nd August 2025, St Peter’s Kubatana High School, Zimbabwe in collaboration with the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), celebrated the graduation of 60 women and girls who successfully completed a three-week skills development program under the Building Resilience in Women and Girls in Africa (BRWGA) initiative. The program, designed
Minha Breve Reflexão sobre a Formação da AJAN no ITCJ, Abidjan
This was a training that took place at the Institut de Théologie de la Compagnie de Jésus (ITCJ) Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The training began on August 11 and concluded on August 15, 2025. It focused on sharing the work that AJAN carries out as a Jesuit apostolate of the Jesuit
Geração AHAPPY, a melhor oferta para uma juventude responsável e realizada
At the end of a long but important Ignatian week (August 11–16, 2025) at the Institute of Theology of the Society of Jesus (ITCJ), focused on the AHAPPY Generation program developed by the African Jesuit AIDS Network (AJAN), I share with satisfaction the modest reflection that follows. From the outset,
Formação de formadores AHAPPY, para o desenvolvimento integral da juventude
This training was for me a moment of renewal and consolidation of my knowledge for effective and efficient accompaniment of young people. AJAN has understood the importance of youth formation for a brighter future. This aligns perfectly with the thought of Baye Niass: “Indeed, the future of every nation rests
Uma Mensagem de Fraternidade: HE Michael Card Czerny, SJ, honra a Graduação da Juventude da JUC
On the 1st of August 2025, Jesuit Urumuri Centre (JUC) celebrated the graduation of the fourth cohort of its Youth Empowerment for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program. Held at the JUC premises in Kigali, the event marked the successful completion of a three-month journey for 36 Rwandan and Burundian youth. This 5th cohort training,
Saint Joseph Development Programmes Kangemi realiza Celebração de Ação de Graças na Festa de Saint Ignatius of Loyola
On 31st July 2025, Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) Kangemi came alive with joy, gratitude, and community spirit as it hosted a vibrant Saint Joseph Thanksgiving Celebration on the Feast of Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The event drew together students, staff, alumni, partners, and friends of SJDP in a day
SJDP Kangemi fortalece parcerias entre pais e professores para o desenvolvimento das crianças
On 22nd August 2025 Saint Joseph Development Programmes (SJDP) Kangemi, Kenya convened a Parents’ Forum aimed at deepening collaboration between parents, teachers, and programme staff in supporting children’s growth and holistic well-being. The interactive session, facilitated by Fr. Binamungu Mukasa, SJ, centered on helping parents better understand and cooperate with
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