Nairobi: The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) has issued a statement emphasizing the climate crisis as both a moral and ecological emergency. Africa is significantly impacted by climate issues such as droughts, cyclones, floods, and desertification, despite having minimal contributions to global emissions. The Catholic Church in Africa is advocating for bold, fair, and urgent actions to ensure climate solutions are driven by African leadership, rooted in communities, and just in nature.
September 7, 2025
According to African Press Organization, SECAM stresses that Africa should not be a passive recipient of foreign agendas but should actively shape its ecological future. Rural communities rich in indigenous knowledge must play a pivotal