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The Bishop of Kolwezi, Mgr. Richard Kazadi, has published a list of 38 key appointments to restructure his diocese. This strategic reorganization notably creates episcopal vicariates dedicated to education, synodality, and mining. Discover the full list of these new appointments here.

During July 2026, Bishop Richard Kazadi presided over important events in the Diocese of Kolwezi, including the ordination of sixteen priests and deacons. The bishop then undertook a 400-kilometer tour to Sandoa, establishing the new parish of Malonga.

The Bishop of Kikwit, Bishop Timothée Bodika, presided over a solemn mass at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral. The celebration marked the 75th anniversary and jubilee of the Sisters of Providence of Champion and of the Immaculate Conception.

The Diocese of Molegbe concluded its annual retreat with a historic Mass celebrating the first episcopal anniversary of Bishop Joseph Mopepe. Between ethical training on media excesses and spiritual renewal, the clergy is repositioning itself in the face of the challenges of the modern world.

Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo's first half of 2026 shows significant fieldwork, divided between new positions at the Vatican, agreements in Africa and concrete actions in the DRC for peace and the poor.

Meeting in Yaoundé for its 4th Provincial Assembly, the CFIC congregation is examining the role of prayer in the face of spiritual laxity. A strong appeal has been made to consecrated persons to refocus their religious life on prayer and living witness.

The Bishop of Goma, Mgr Willy Ngumbi, confirmed 264 young people and sent 17 Eucharistic assistants on mission. He exhorted the youth to be patient in prayer, wary of secret societies, and to help their elders.

This report examines the depth of Bishop Libère Pwongo's pastoral tour in eastern Basankusu between late May and early June 2026. It highlights the courage of Church agents and the joy of the faithful in the face of isolation.

Bishop Joseph Mopepe Ngongo reflects on his first year as Bishop of Molegbe, marked by synodality. Between parish visits, ordinations, and major development projects, the local Church is moving forward despite logistical challenges.

Cardinal Nzapalainga ordained two new Spiritan priests in Bangui in the presence of President Touadéra. This pastoral event also marks the beginning of their ecclesial mission in Canada and Croatia.

From June 30 to July 4, 2026, the retreat of priests from the Archdiocese of Bangui at the Bimbo seminary marked a major spiritual turning point. The clergy reaffirmed their identity as disciples in the face of all deviations that hinder pastoral work according to the heart of Jesus.

The CECCI structures the Ivorian Church around 15 dioceses, under the direction of Bishop Marcelin Yao Kouadio, re-elected in May 2026. It leads major projects such as the future Catholic University and is committed to social justice and inclusive electoral reform, in close connection with CERAO from Abidjan.