African Myths. A door to the mysteries of creation
There are thousands of myths in Africa. They offer answers to the profound questions we ask ourselves about the world, life, happiness and evil. Questions and answers that every generation puts and gives to itself and then passes on to the next. Myths are many: they deal with the universe, the heavens, weather phenomena, the […]
Mission Diary. A Future of Hope
“We try to walk with the people, giving our best in training catechists, visiting Christian communities, and trying to revitalise new ones.” Father Placido Petit Majambo Lutumba shares his experience. When I was a young theology student, I was sent to South Sudan for a missionary experience lasting several months. I had the grace of […]
Africa Cuisine. A summer drink from Egypt
Today we offer a refreshing and original recipe: Sobia, a traditional Egyptian drink made with rice, milk, and coconut. Sweet, spicy, and served cold, it’s the perfect way to beat the heat. Time: 1 hour Serves: 4 Ingredients: 500 ml water, 100 g rice, 1-liter whole milk, 100 g sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla essence, 2 […]
Herbs & Plants. Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a spice obtained from the inner bark of several tree species from the genus Cinnamonum in plant family Lauraceae. There are a number of species which are often sold as cinnamon including. C. tamale (Indian Cinnamon), C. verum (Sri Lanka Cinnamon), C. loureiroi (Vietnamese cinnamon), C. cassia (Chinese Cinnamon), C. burmannii (Indonesian cinnamon), […]
Oral Literature. People’s wisdom
With hundreds of ethnic groups, Africa is a haven of diversified cultures. It is also a mine for those who wish to explore the world of wisdom, often crystallized in proverbs. Here are some from around the continent. We are responsible for what we do, after all: A man cannot undo his past. “Can zebras wipe […]
Kenya. The beauty of being together
Father Tomas Herreros tells us how Christian communities organise themselves and carry out many initiatives without the need for priests. I have been in our rural community in the Pokot region, bordering Uganda, for three months now. The area is home to the pastoral Pokot people. I returned after an absence of 11 years and […]
Central African Republic. Young people are the protagonists
Fr Gladimiro Pacheco Cruz talks to us about his missionary experience, particularly among young people. It took me 17 hours to travel the 310 kilometres from Bangui to Our Lady of Liesse, the parish in Grimari where I have been working since 2023. I was returning from holidays in my home country, Ecuador. My community […]
African Cuisine. Poisson braisé, an iconic dish from Central and West Africa
Here’s how to prepare poisson braisé, grilled fish, accompanied by attiéké, fermented cassava similar to couscous, an iconic dish from Central and West Africa, particularly the Ivory Coast. Excellent for summer dinners or lunches. Ttime: 1 hour (+ 1 hour marinating) Serves: 4 Ingredients: 500 g attiéké (cassava couscous) 4 whole fish (tilapia, dorade, […]
Herbs & Plants: Spinach, a rich source of minerals, vitamins and phytonutrients
Turmeric Spinach is scientifically referred to as Spinacia oleracea. It is a member of the Amaranthaceae family and it is definitely one of the most popular green, leafy vegetables with a rich source of minerals, vitamins and phytonutrients. Spinach can be eaten raw as salads or cooked. It rightly deserves its reputation as an extremely […]
Nigeria, the two-wheeler revolution
Motorcycles in Nigeria are more than a means of transportation: they drive the informal economy, challenge the rules, and prepare for the electric transition. Between tradition and innovation, the two-wheel revolution is only just beginning. In Nigeria, motorcycles and scooters are more than just means of transportation and drivers of the informal economy: they embody […]