Latest News from Africa
Held by God while becoming whole – By Fr C.B.
Australia 1 February 2026 – – By Fr C.B. I speak as a priest who reached 50 this year, but first as a human being who has learned, often painfully, that faith is not a refuge from struggle, but a place where struggle is allowed to speak. I come from a land marked by…
Voices from Africa: Rev. Antonio Ocharo
I am Bishop Antonio Ocharo of the Catholic Church in Exile, Diocese of Kenya. I am married with 4 children. I was raised up as a Roman Catholic adherent and later in life I joined a Roman Catholic Seminary pursuing studies in philosophy and theology in preparation for…
Global Network of Rainbow Catholics Prays Pope’s Meeting with Ugandan Activist Helps End Country’s Law Criminalizing LGB People
17 August, 2024. The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC), which brings together Catholic organizations across the world that work for good pastoral care and justice for LGBTI people, applauds Pope Francis for meeting with Ugandan LGBTI Civil Rights activist…
Our Voices Matter! Let’s Lift Them Up!
October’s Synod Assembly is on the horizon, and it’s time for the voices of LGBTIQ+ Catholics to ring loud and clear. The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) invites you to join our Synod Listening Sessions.
It’s all about getting your thoughts on the table fo…
Clampdown on LGBT rights in Kenya and Uganda
Photo by Steve Johnson on Unsplash Despite a recent Supreme Court ruling in Kenya in favour of LGBT+ organisations, the backlash from government and Church leaders has created much hurt and violence for our communities. A few days ago, Uganda lawmakers…
The Church Must Stand With The Weak And The Persecuted In Ghana
Global Network of LGBTIQ+ Catholics claims that “the Church must stand with the weak and the persecuted” in Ghana GNRC advocates for the threatened Ghanaian LGBTIQ+ community due to the advances of new criminalization bill supported by Ghana’s Catholic…
GNRC PR N° 17: Global Catholic Group Calls on Pope and the Vatican to Condemn Violence Against LGBTIQ People in Ghana “The eyes of the world are now turned towards Ghana”
The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics reports that the Ghanaian LGBTIQ community is under attack following a letter from Ghana’s Catholic Bishops. English / Español / Portuguese / Italian / French / Chinese 3 March 2021. The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics…
Some Faces and Colours of Being a Refugee
English / Spanish / French On World Refugee Day, we would like to share with you two experiences that cry out for justice and dignity. Tania Irias, Nicaragua: In a Diaspora in Spain My name is Tania and I am a woman, lesbian, mother, migrant and Catholic. I am…
Board Members Profile: Dumisani Dube
English / Español Dumisani Dube is a Zimbabwean living in South Africa. A Christian and a human rights activist, Dube has a passion in fighting for LGBTI rights across all spectrums. Dube has been involved in the LGBTI activism for the past 20 years. Having worked for…
Grant Me Justice: Davis Mac-Iyalla
English / Español / German / Portuguese Davis Mac-Iyalla (45) is from Nigeria. He is very active in the Church, but he has to fight for acceptance every day: “I believe in the equality of all of Gods children”, he says. Davis is gay, out and proud. He doesn’t see any…
Our Mission in Africa
The Global Network of Rainbow Catholics (GNRC) is committed to fostering inclusivity and acceptance within the Catholic Church, with a special focus on Africa. Our mission is to support LGBTQ+ individuals and communities by promoting dialogue, understanding, and respect. We collaborate with local partners to address social justice issues, provide educational resources, and advocate for equal rights.
Established to create a more inclusive Church, GNRC works tirelessly to ensure that all individuals, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feel welcomed and valued. In Africa, our efforts are centered around building strong networks, supporting grassroots movements, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. Through workshops, conferences, and advocacy campaigns, we strive to create a world where everyone is recognized as equal in the eyes of God.
Our Voices in Africa
Pilot Mathambo Centre for Men’s Health
(PMCMH)
Botswana
Upper Rift Minorite
Kenya
Rainbow Faith Fellowship
Malawi
Holy Trinity Catholic Church LGBTI Ministry
South Africa
Community Health Education Services &
Advocacy
Tanzania
Faithful Catholic Souls Uganda
Uganda
Interfaith Diversity Network of West Africa
(IDNOWA)
West Africa
Rainbow Catholics Zambia
Tanzania
Nicaragua
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