West Africa: Catholics want action against terrorists

Catholic Church leaders from West Africa have condemned terrorist attacks in the region and urged governments to act decisively to end the scourge. The 120 bishops, cardinals and archbishops made the call in a recent communique after a seven-day conference in Accra, Ghana whose theme was: ‘The new evangelisation and specific challenges for the church, family […]

Liberia and the Face of God: A Call for Soulful Revival

Liberia is still drenched in deep wounds of unforgiven hearts. Though the guns are silent since the end of the civil war, the reality of peace, personal security, and hope continue to elude Liberians as they foresee the challenges of rebuilding the country.  We have witnessed various levels of false accusations, coup d’ etats, assassinations, […]

Kanvee Adams nominated for KORA Music Award

  Liberian gospel music star Ambassador Kanvee Gains Adams has been nominated in the Best Female Artist for Spiritual Music category for the KORA Awards to be held in the Namibian capital, Windhoek on March 20. Kanvee’s track ‘Heart Desire’ is squared up against five other popular African artists in the category: Lara George of Nigeria, South African Rebecca […]

Bernice Blackie in concert Sunday in Minnesota

Popular Liberian gospel singer Bernice Blackie will be in concert this Sunday in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, the USA. The multiple award-winning recording star will headline a show that will feature other talented artists as they set ablaze the Brooklyn United Methodist Church with songs of praises and inspiration. Her latest hit single ‘You Change My Story’ will be […]

Bernice Blackie preaches God’s word thru music

There are many Liberian gospel musicians, but only one, Bernice Blackie – so completely embodies the skill and vocal that is transcending Liberian gospel music. Bernice has consistently displayed her genius by combining Liberian and African high-life gospel music, with soul and blues into a fervid, heart changing contemporary gospel.  Over the years, she has […]

Imam: For Ahmadiyya, humanity comes first

On June 6, the managing editor of Nordic Africa News, Charles Massaquoi provided coverage for activities hosted by Imam Tahir Hayat and officials of the Islams Ahmadiyya Mission in Malmö to observe the national day of Sweden. In this report, Mr Massaquoi interviews Imam Tahir  Hayat: Imam Tahir Hayat thank you for inviting our press team to cover such […]

Religious leaders urge respect for Africa’s riches

Speaking of the African Faith Leaders’ Statement on Financing for Development, issued following a side event at the 3rd United Nations Financing for Development Conference in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Rev. Nicta Lubaale, general secretary of the Organization of African Instituted Churches, said, the key message from African faith communities is “respect Africa’s resources”. Lubaale was […]

Covenant Parish links with top gospel music producer

A Gambian-based Nigerian music producer is currently in Sweden working in partnership with the New Covenant Parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, pastored by Rev. Samuel Oluware, in Borås on a recording project and a church conference slated for October. Bolanle Joel Ekanoye, who arrived in Sweden on July 7, is also working with gospel artist Nancy Bergdahl […]

New Arrivals Ministries celebrate 3rd anniversary in Sweden

New Arrivals Holiness Ministries, a church located in Gothenburg, Sweden will observe its third anniversary this weekend. According to information provided by the church, the event which is themed Power, Fire and Light Convention will be held from Friday to Sunday.  Pastor Kehinde Bamiji Isaac, General Overseer of the Covenant Keeping God Evangelical Ministries, will serve as guest […]

Pastor Palmer: We need God’s favor in our lives

A pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) says humans need the favor of God in their lives. Pastor K.E. Palmer of RCCG’s Restoration Assembly of Malmo, Sweden Sunday said there are five key benefits for those who enjoy divine favor. Serving as a guest preacher at the end of a two-day women’s seminar […]