July 14, 2026/
Catholicity does not demand cultural uniformity. African Catholic worship can remain faithful to Christ while expressing the gifts of its people.
Catholicity does not demand cultural uniformity. African Catholic worship can remain faithful to Christ while expressing the gifts of its people.
Is Okeite Part of Igbo Religion? The Heart of the Debate Is Okeite part of the Igbo religion, or has it diverged from the traditions our ancestors left behind? This question is central to understanding recent tensions in Anambra State, where Governor Charles Chukwuma’s crackdown on dibịa (medicine men and women/healers) has sparked debates about religious freedom, cultural identity and the ethics of spiritual practices like Okeite medicine. Anambra’s Crackdown: Targeting Dibịa and Okeite Governor Charles Chukwuma’s campaign against dibịa accused...
We All Need the Wisdom of African Traditional Religion African Traditional Religion (ATR) has recently been the subject of hot debate among young Nigerians on social media. The debate pits two groups against each other, both shaped by the void left by an attempt to erase the indigenous spiritual systems by colonialism. On one side are pro-ATR advocates, predominantly youths disillusioned by Christian theology’s neglect of ATR’s core values. On the other...
Ecumenism and Synodality are about more than structures; they’re about relationships. In today’s diverse Christian landscape, collaboration and unity are essential to promote evangelization and foster a deeper sense of shared mission within the Church. Ecumenism and Synodality are about more than structures; they’re about relationships. As the African Palaver Conversation series wraps up, African Catholics are seeking to broaden their connections with other Christian communities. Today’s final synodal conversation brings us Professor...
Breaking the silence on sexuality, Sr. Nkechi Iwuoha challenges the African Church to educate and engage its youth on sexual ethics, fostering open dialogue and guiding them toward lives of integrity and faith in a rapidly changing world.
