Escalating violence between factions led by the president and vice president, compounded by regional proxy dynamics, risks ...

Tumaini talks that brought together the stakeholders in the South Sudan peace process ...

Pope Francis visited a record 10 African countries throughout his pontificate, often venturing to areas ravaged by war, poverty or natural disaster ...

From Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation and a Catholic stronghold, his journey resonates as a beacon of hope and a ...

Pontiffs have been players in global affairs for hundreds of years. Pope Francis carved out his own form of global influence.

Despite having the world's fastest-growing Catholic population, odds are against Africa producing the next pontiff.

There are alarming signs that history is about to repeat as domestic political factions position themselves for a return to ...

Pontiffs have been players in global affairs for hundreds of years. Pope Francis carved out his own form of global influence.

New paths and processes However, Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, likely would not have wanted the concept of “first ...

South Sudan recalls ‘a profound act of humility’ The South Sudan Council of Churches ... Tensions continue, however, recently ...

Pope Francis charmed the world with those poignant acts of love, humility and informality, starting with his first appearance ...

Riek Machar (L) and Salva Kiir (R) - seen here together in 2020 - had been allies within the SPLM before falling out [AFP] ...