Bishop Peter Paul Angkyier of Damongo, Ghana, ordained two young men to the priesthood on August 29, 2026, representing ethnic groups involved in recent deadly conflicts. The bishop stated that their joint presence at the altar symbolizes unity and challenges entrenched social injustices. He explained that the Catholic Church promotes peace through education, running most basic schools in the diocese, and a Center for Conflict Transformation. These initiatives aim to foster mutual trust among diverse tribes and reform oppressive cultural systems, asserting that faith can overcome ethnic divisions. The Diocese of Damongo receives support from Aid to the Church in Need for these pastoral efforts.
A new Ebola wave is spreading in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with violence in the east severely limiting health responses. Fr Olivier Ndondo of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament told Aid to the Church in Need that armed conflict and rebel groups prevent authorities from accessing affected areas. Forced displacement increases transmission risks as people flee to neighboring regions, including near the Uganda border. While Ugandan authorities maintain better control, cross-border movement complicates containment. The Catholic Church is providing emergency aid and awareness campaigns, though local funeral customs pose additional challenges. The priest emphasized that peace is essential for effective health protection.
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