SECAM, which was held under the theme of “Conflicts in Africa against the backdrop of the exploitation of natural and mining resources,” realized the three-day seminar in partnership with African countries. Diplomatic services to promote holistic human development (DPIHD), of the German Catholic Bishops. misereo, catholic relief services (CRS), Mosaico Citizenship Institute, Center d’Etudes pour l’Action Sociale (CEPAS), Dennis Hurley Peace Institute (DPHI), and University of Notre Dame Catholic Peacebuilding Network.
In a press release dated March 11, the SECAM Secretary-General highlighted the input from the Vatican DPIHD, which he said was “an important partner and participant in this seminar.”
“We appeal to the Church in Africa to step up its efforts to address issues such as conflict and forced displacement that perpetuate untold suffering,” said Father Simbain, DPIHD.
“As the Chairman of SECAM has emphasized, the overarching objective is to ensure that Africa’s rich resources contribute to economic development, benefit the majority of its people, promote peace and alleviate poverty,” he said. says.
Father Simbine also emphasized the president’s opinion. Ghana Catholic Bishops Conference (GCBC), Bishop Matthew Kwasi GyamfiHe said he echoed the views of the SECAM President, who emphasized the need to consider the situation in Africa “in the light of the prevailing circumstances.”
During the deliberations, participants recalled the Pope’s appeal. during his visit To Democratic Republic of Congo last yearWhen appealing to the international community, Please stop plundering the resources of African countries..
According to a report by SECAM’s general secretary, the 40 participants “unanimously agreed with the prophetic message” of the pope, who recalled “an impassioned plea…’Get your hands off Africa!'” . Stop suffocating Africa. Africa is not a minefield to be stripped, nor is it a terrain to be plundered. May Africa be the hero of its own destiny! May Africa, which is the smile and hope of the world, be cherished even more. May this word be spoken more often and have greater weight and prestige among the nations! ”
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