Synod of Bishops on Synodality: Personal Experience and Implications for the Church in Africa
The Synod of Bishops on Synodality, convened in Rome from 4th to 29th October, 2023, brought together participants from diverse backgrounds and competencies. Notably, and marking a historical moment, selected non-bishop participants took part in this synod. Among them was Fr. Andrew Kaufa, SMM. He graciously shared his positive experience with New People.
The Development we need for the future we want
In this article, Fr Kyara argues that basic science and not mere innovation is a crucial component for increased productivity and sustainable economic progress. He uses Kenya, perhaps one of the fastest-growing ICT markets in the world as an example. What he says about Kenya can be applied in the rest of Africa.
Technology for sustainable development in Africa
The importance of technology on achieving sustainable development cannot be overemphasized and African nations ought to embrace technological advancements in order to remain competitive on the global scene and ultimately, achieve sustainable development.
St Kizito Parish at 50
At 50, St Kizito parish can be proud of very many achievements. The Comboni missionaries-run parish among other things has uplifted the lives of the youth. Importantly, in line with the mission of any parish, it has helped young people to encounter Christ. One of them, now an adult narrates the heartwarming story of St Kizito Parish situated in Lusaka Zambia. He also suggests valuable lessons for the church to embrace if she is to win today’s youth.
You shall be my witnesses
Being a witness of Christ as a university student is a tall order. The challenge is even bigger when one is young. The natural thing is to blend in with […]
Kenya’s 2022 Election
Blessed are you, Kenyans, for doubting Inquisitive Saint Thomas may not be the perfect model of a believer in Christ. But he is certainly to be emulated when it comes […]
Fr. Laurenti Magesa (1946-2022)
The Giant of African Theology Roman Catholic priest, theologian and teacher, Laurenti Magesa, died in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on Thursday, 11 August, 2022, the day after he turned 76. […]
Women
The New Media Theory According to Holmes (2009) the New Media Theory is relatively new. It was formalized in the early 1990s by Mark Poster (1995). Holmes (2009) argued that […]
Water is life
The New Media Theory According to Holmes (2009) the New Media Theory is relatively new. It was formalized in the early 1990s by Mark Poster (1995). Holmes (2009) argued that […]
Fighting corruption
The New Urban Agenda It took 41 years for the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), established in 1978, to hold it first assembly. Are we to bet that things […]