By Wairimu Mwangi Every year, from February 1-7, the world observes World Interfaith Harmony Week, a time dedicated to fostering mutual understanding and cooperation among people of different faiths and religious traditions. In 2025, Global Peace Foundation (GPF) Nigeria led in advancing this mission through two key activities: an advocacy visit…
By Taofeek Lawal A senior lecturer at the Department of Islamic Law, Kwara State University, Malete, Dr Abdullahi Saliu Ishola, has said zakat, one of the five pillars of Islam, is designed alleviate poverty in the society if it is well harnessed and properly distributed. The don stated this at the…
Nadi, Fiji – Under the UN Social Cohesion Project, the Evangelical Fellowship of Fiji (EFF), the UN Development Programme (UNDP), UN Women, and OHCHR hosted a four-day interfaith dialogue conference and retreat in Nadi, fostering collaboration among faith leaders to promote peace and social cohesion. The newly appointed Chairperson of the…
Maulen Ashimbayev, Speaker of the Senate of Kazakhstan, participated in the Intra-Islamic Dialogue Conference in Bahrain, held under the theme “One Nation, One Shared Destiny.” In his remarks at the opening session, Ashimbayev emphasised the pressing need for unity among Islamic sects and interfaith dialogue to address global challenges. He expressed…
The Arab League has reiterated its commitment to supporting efforts aimed at fostering interfaith and intercultural dialogue, as well as promoting the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence, in celebration of the UN-designated World Interfaith Harmony Week. In a statement on Sunday, Assistant Secretary-General for Social Affairs Ambassador Haifa Abu Ghazaleh…
Secretary of State of the Holy See Cardinal Pietro Parolin concluded his visit to Jordan on Tuesday after presiding over the inauguration Mass of the Church of the Baptism of the Lord at the Baptism Site, where he served as Pope Francis’s representative for the historic consecration. Speaking in an interview…
The Musim-Christian dialogue in Jordan is not a new phenomenon in Jordanian society. It has been based on the rule of dialogue between all citizens, Muslims and Christians, in daily life. In school, university, workplaces, society as a whole. In addition, a number of government and private institutions have emerged that…
Introduction Interfaith Dialogue in Nigeria Clergy refers to conversations and discussions between individuals of different religious backgrounds. Nigeria’s clergy comprises religious leaders who are responsible for guiding and leading their respective religious communities. Nigeria is known for its religious diversity, with Christianity and Islam being the dominant religions. Interfaith dialogue plays…
By John Newton The Central African Republic has been rent apart by sectarian attacks during a major civil conflict – but interfaith dialogue is rekindling hope according to the leader of the country’s Catholics. Cardinal Dieudonné Nzapalainga, Archbishop of Bangui, told Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) that,…
By Editorial Team In today’s world, we often see conflict and division. Can talking between different faiths really help bridge the gaps? This question is very important, especially after big events like the 9/11 attacks and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. With growing hate towards Muslims and their communities, we…