Tag: Southern Africa
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Pope Leo XIV Urges Southern African Bishops to Sustain Missionary Heritage and Grow Unity
Pope Leo XIV has called on the bishops of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) to build on the enduring legacy of the region’s early missionaries. In a message delivered during a recent gathering in Johannesburg, the Pope emphasized that the zeal and commitment of those pioneers laid a strong foundation for the Church’s…
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Pope Leo XIV Urges SACBC to Honor Early Missionaries
Pope Leo XIV Calls SACBC to Build on Missionary Legacy Johannesburg, 26 January 2026 — In a passionate address to the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC), Pope Leo XIV urged bishops across Southern Africa to preserve and advance the heritage of the region’s earliest missionaries. The pope underscored that the zeal and commitment of…
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Pope Leo XIV Urges SACBC to Carry Missionary Legacy Across Southern Africa
Overview: A Call to Sustain a Sacred Heritage Pope Leo XIV has issued a clear appeal to the Southern African Catholic Bishop’s Conference (SACBC) to continue and amplify the faith-driven work of the early missionaries who laid the foundations of the church across Southern Africa. Speaking to a gathering of bishops in Johannesburg on 26…
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Total Solar Eclipse 2030: A Sunrise Totality for Southern Africa and Southeast Australia
Overview of the 2030 Total Solar Eclipse On Monday, November 25, 2030, the Moon will align precisely with the Sun, producing a total solar eclipse that traces a narrow path across the Southern Hemisphere. While the umbra travels mainly over the Indian Ocean, observers in the early morning light of southern Africa will witness totality…
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Total Solar Eclipse 2030: Southern Africa & SE Australia
Overview: A rare 2030 celestial event On Monday, November 25, 2030, a total solar eclipse will sweep across the Southern Hemisphere. Although most of the path lies over the Indian Ocean, the moment of totality will briefly crown the sunrise in several southern African nations and stretch toward southeast Australia. For skywatchers, this eclipse offers…
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Total Solar Eclipse 2030: What to Expect for Totality in Southern Africa and Southeast Australia
Overview On Monday, November 25, 2030, one of nature’s most striking phenomena—the total solar eclipse—will sweep across the Southern Hemisphere. While the path of totality will skim mostly over the Indian Ocean, observers on land in southern Africa and parts of southeast Australia will still be treated to a dramatic dawn-to-dusk moment as the Moon…
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Southern Africa Media Awards 2026: GCIS Calls for Entries from Journalists
GCIS Urges Media to Enter the 2026 SADC Media Awards The Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) has issued a formal call for entries for the 2026 Southern African Development Community (SADC) Media Awards. This regional recognition program highlights outstanding journalism across SADC member states, with a focus on promoting credible reporting, ethical standards, and…
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Harare Zimbabwe Temple Opens: A New Era for Latter-day Saints in Southern Africa
Opening Moment: A Milestone for Latter-day Saints in Zimbabwe The long-awaited Harare Zimbabwe Temple has opened its doors, marking a pivotal moment for Latter-day Saints in Zimbabwe and neighboring regions. For decades, members in this part of Southern Africa journeyed to Johannesburg for temple ordinances. The new Harare temple changes that reality, bringing sacred ordinances…
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Opening a New Era: Open House Begins for the Harare Zimbabwe Temple
Historic Moment for Latter-day Saints in Southern Africa The Open House for the Harare Zimbabwe Temple marks a significant milestone for Latter-day Saints in Zimbabwe and the wider Southern Africa region. Since 1985, members in this region have traveled to Johannesburg for temple ordinances, often facing long journeys and logistical challenges. The new Harare Temple…
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Harare Zimbabwe Temple Opens: A New Milestone for Latter-day Saints in Southern Africa
A Historic Opening for Latter-day Saints in Southern Africa The opening of the Harare Zimbabwe Temple marks a turning point for Latter-day Saints in Zimbabwe and the surrounding region. Since 1985, many members in Southern Africa traveled to Johannesburg for temple ordinances. The new temple in Harare will serve more than 46,000 church members across…