In one densely populated neighbourhood of Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, the simple task of washing clothes had become a daily struggle for many families. Limited access to water, demanding work schedules, and the physical strain of handwashing placed a heavy burden on households, particularly on women and girls who carried most
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Do solo árido à uma nova esperança: como Hector está a revitalizar as fazendas e a restaurar meios de subsistência através do biofertilizante
Across Burkina Faso, declining soil fertility has quietly become one of the greatest threats to food security and sustainable livelihoods. Years of intensive farming, mining activities, dependence on chemical fertilisers, and unpredictable rainfall have left vast stretches of farmland exhausted and unproductive. For many farming families, harvests continue to shrink
Como o Salia Lapin está a transformar vidas através da alimentação, da agricultura e das oportunidades
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
Resumo do AJANews – Abril de 2026: Promovendo a saúde, preservando a dignidade, inspirando a esperança
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,
Todos nós precisamos de alguém.
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
Conferência de Páscoa no Zimbabué – Ano de São Francisco: Cuidar da nossa esperança comum
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
Moldando uma geração de esperança: estudantes católicos zimbabueanos reúnem-se para a conferência de Páscoa
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
Promover o diálogo juvenil e os valores: destaques de abril de 2026 da 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
O SYM recebe um veículo doado para reforçar as operações e os serviços da clínica móvel no 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
Da Antecipação à Conquista: Destaques da Formação de Formadores AHAPPY, Lagos, Nigéria
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,
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