Easter

Ultimately, he embraced life on his own terms. This sentiment was echoed by many gathered in St. Peter's Square last night, where locals, tourists, and members of the Catholic faith came together to honor the legacy of Pope Francis. The collective experience of this diverse gathering highlighted a shared understanding of his life's defining moments. Many attendees reflected on the profound significance of his passing, recognizing how it encapsulated both his life and his papacy. This came after weeks of watching intently…

As the sun set over South Africa, signaling the start of the Easter weekend, the nation’s police forces prepared for an ambitious initiative aimed at curtailing a range of criminal activities. The focus shifted to illegal mining, drug trafficking, and the challenges posed by undocumented foreign nationals. This relentless pursuit of justice unfolded across various provinces, showcasing the law enforcement community’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding public safety. Throughout the weekend, law enforcement officers…

Pope Francis made a poignant final public appearance yesterday morning, warmly greeting the crowds that had gathered in St. Peter's Square. “Happy Easter,” he said, his voice gentle yet resonating with warmth, as he addressed approximately 35,000 people in the flower-adorned square from his wheelchair at the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica. Traditionally, the pope delivers his “Urbi et Orbi” (“To the City and the World”) blessing from the iconic balcony. This year, however, he entrusted that honor to his Master of…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that his forces will adhere to a surprise Easter truce declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin, which is set to last until midnight tomorrow. This decision comes amidst the sound of air raid sirens in Kyiv, highlighting the complexities of the situation. This truce represents a notable pause in the ongoing conflict that has persisted for three years. Nevertheless, just hours following the announcement, air raid sirens echoed across the Ukrainian capital, prompting…

In a recent announcement, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that his forces would honor a surprise Easter truce, as communicated by Russian President Vladimir Putin. This truce is set to last until midnight, even as air-raid sirens echoed throughout Kyiv. The proposed 30-hour truce represents a significant pause in the ongoing hostilities that have persisted throughout the three-year conflict. However, shortly after the ceasefire was scheduled to begin, air-raid sirens were activated in the Ukrainian capital.…

This Sunday in Ethiopia we celebrated Dagmay Tensae, a form of second Easter for the Orthodox within the nation. In Tigray, within the north, when the struggle has continued since November, believers have tried to respect custom, however discover it troublesome to rejoice in such a context. With our particular correspondent in…

While Madagascar President Andry Rajoelina declared a state of health throughout the territory on Saturday, the doors to worship remained open on Easter Sunday. With a tonnage, however limited to 100 people, a condition set by the head of state. From our correspondent in Antananarivo,Inside the Reformed Church in the district…

The celebration of Easter was marked in Cameroon by the death of Cardinal Christian Tumi on Saturday, April 3. The believers were moved the day after the man of this important church for the country. as reported from Yaoundé, Polycarp EssombaIt's an Easter Sunday like no other in Yaoundé. Despite the celebration of the rebirth…

While the Central African Republic has 80% of Christians, this year the Easter weekend is celebrated gloomily with the Covid-19 pandemic and this new armed conflict launched in December 2020 by the rebels of the Coalition of Patriots for Change (CPC). as reported from Bangui, FLorence MoriceAt the entrance to the cathedral, mask…