Nairobi: The continental meeting of Catholic Television Directors from Africa and Madagascar was held in Nairobi, Kenya, bringing together diverse representatives from countries including Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Zambia, as well as international partners from Germany and Argentina. The Vatican Dicastery for Communication, represented by Sr. Nina, Communication Specialist, was also in attendance. Pacis TV played a significant role in the event, presenting its recent achievements, strategic projects, and collaboration opportunities while leading key segments of the meeting.
According to African Press Organization, the opening session was delivered by His Excellency Bishop Bernardine Mfumbusa, who spoke on behalf of His Eminence Fridolin Cardinal Ambongo. Bishop Mfumbusa has recently been mandated by the African bishops to coordinate communication within SECAM. The meeting underscored the Catholic Television Network Service for Africa Project, presented by the Dicastery for Communication, Bishop Mfumbusa, and the CRTN/ACN team. Key topics included the training of communication experts within dioceses, avoiding competition with secular media, and the mission of enlightening society through truth.
Additionally, three Rwandan priests studying at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa were granted special permission to attend Pacis TV’s presentation. Fr. Patrice, Fr. Jean de Dieu, and Fr. Damien Kimenyi expressed strong interest in the network’s vision, thereby enhancing the connection between academic formation and the Church’s media mission.
SIGNIS International provided an update on the upcoming Kigali International Meeting scheduled for August 2026, focusing on strengthening the digital media presence of Catholic institutions, developing artificial intelligence tools, and addressing communication gaps in several episcopal conferences.
Recognition of Pacis TV’s leadership in the Catholic media landscape was echoed by Mr. Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, CEO of APO Group, who commended the channel’s growing visibility, operational professionalism, and strategic impact across Africa. Pacis TV is committed to advancing a vision of Catholic communication in Africa, emphasizing truth, collaboration, and service to the common good.