by CISA | May 2, 2025 | Uncategorized
Pope Francis kisses the feet of South Sudanese leaders. Photo: Vatican Media Interfaith dialogue and peacebuilding were integral to Pope Francis’ global mission. This commitment was particularly evident in Africa, a continent marked by significant religious diversity,...
by CISA | Apr 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
Cyrus with His Holiness the Dalai Lama @Cyrus Habib 2018 December 10, 2018, turned out to be one of the most consequential days of my life. I had traveled to India as Washington State’s Lieutenant Governor to formally invite His Holiness the Dalai Lama to visit...
by CISA | Apr 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
Group photo of participants at the Iftar meal organized by the Harmony Institute @Christy Ininahazwe, SJ The words of Psalm 133 ring true in a world often marked by division: “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” This verse took on a...
by CISA | Apr 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
On Thursday, March 20, 2025, I was one of two guests on a program titled Droit dans les yeux (Right in the Eyes) on the TV channel 7 Info. The other guest was Imam Zacharia Sidibé. The priest and the Imam were invited to the same set to discuss Christian Lent and...
by CISA | Mar 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
Interfaith Relations in Africa: Opportunities and Challenges Africa is rich in cultural and religious diversity, home to a diverse array of faiths, including Christianity, Islam, indigenous beliefs, and others. This diversity presents both unique opportunities for...
by CISA | Mar 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
By Alain Christy Ininahazwe, SJ In pursuit of its mission to incorporate ecumenical and interfaith dialogue into theological education, Hekima University College has established the Centre for Interfaith Studies in Africa (CISA). Located on the Riara Road campus, the...
