The Chadian capital resonated on February 1, 2026, with the closing of the 13th Plenary Assembly of ACERAC. Between strategic resolutions and the transfer of power, the Church in Central Africa is looking ahead to new challenges under the presidency of Bishop Appora Ngalanibé.
The curtain has fallen on the 13th Assembly of the Association of Episcopal Conferences of the Central African Region ( ACERAC ). Having met in N'Djamena for several days, the prelates of the sub-region concluded their work this Sunday with a solemn Eucharistic celebration, marking the beginning of a new era for the institution.
A Leadership Focused on Proximity: The highlight of this meeting was undoubtedly the closing mass presided over by Cardinal Dieudonné Nzapalainga , Archbishop of Bangui. In an atmosphere of fervor, the new face of the organization, Bishop Bertrand Guy Richard Appora Ngalanibé of Bambari, took the floor to set the course.
His homily resonated like a manifesto: the new president of ACERAC called for a "rooted and proactive" Church, capable of responding to the social and cultural crises shaking the continent. For Bishop Appora Ngalanibé, the Gospel must be translated into concrete action at the bedside of the people.
Resolutions for action
Beyond the liturgy, the assembly resulted in major resolutions . While the details of the proceedings will be scrutinized by local chancelleries, the ambition is clear: to strengthen inter-ecclesial solidarity in the face of security and governance challenges in Central Africa. The delegates leave with a roadmap focused on pastoral mission and human development.
N'Djamena, an exceptional guest
The success of this ecclesiastical summit also rested on flawless logistics. The Archdiocese of N'Djamena received unanimous praise from the delegations for the quality of its hospitality. "An intense and fraternal experience," several participants attested, commending Chad's organizational rigor.
As the delegations return to their respective countries, ACERAC turns the page on N'Djamena with a sense of duty fulfilled. Attention now turns to implementing these commitments on the ground, where the Church is expected to be an agent of peace and stability.
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