Nairobi: The continental meeting of Catholic Television Directors from Africa and Madagascar, held in Nairobi from November 24 to 28, 2025, saw the participation of German partners and the Vatican Dicastery for Communication, represented by Sr. Nina, Communication Specialist. Pacis TV took center stage, showcasing its recent achievements, strategic projects, and opportunities for continental and international collaboration. The channel also led key segments of the meeting, highlighting its significant role within the Catholic media landscape.
According to African Press Organization, the meeting began with an opening session delivered by His Excellency Bishop Bernardine Mfumbusa, on behalf of His Eminence Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo. Bishop Mfumbusa, recently appointed by the African bishops to coordinate communication within the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM), addressed representatives from various countries, including Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, Uganda, South Sudan, Kenya, Mali, Rwanda, Mozambique, Madagascar, Togo, Cameroon, Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Germany, Argentina, Rome, and Austria.
The Dicastery for Communication, Bishop Mfumbusa, and the CRTN/ACN team presented the Catholic Television Network Service for Africa Project. This initiative emphasized the need to train communication experts within dioceses, avoid competition with secular media, illuminate society through truth, and strengthen collaboration with Catholic celebrities and influencers for the common good.
Special participation came from Rwandan priests studying at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa. Fr. Patrice, Fr. Jean de Dieu, and Fr. Damien Kimenyi attended Pacis TV’s presentation, showing keen interest in aligning academic formation with the Church’s media mission.
SIGNIS International also updated attendees on the Kigali International Meeting scheduled for August 2026. This future gathering will focus on enhancing the digital media presence of Catholic institutions, developing artificial intelligence tools and influencer databases, and addressing communication gaps within several episcopal conferences lacking official spokespersons.
Recognition of Pacis TV’s leadership in Catholic media was a highlight of the meeting. Mr. Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, CEO of APO Group, praised the channel for its growing visibility, operational professionalism, and strategic impact across Africa. Pacis TV remains committed to contributing to a renewed vision of Catholic communication in Africa, rooted in truth, collaboration, and service to the common good.