The Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa

Listening, remembering, and discerning: the May 2026 JHIA Newsletter brings together stories of mission, formation, archival innovation, and ecclesial life in Africa, inviting readers to engage history as a living act of discernment.

https://www.jhia.ac.ke/newsletter/editorial/listening-remembering-and-discerning-editorial-may-2026/

The Chapel of Hekima University College (HUC) was filled with joy, gratitude, and quiet solemnity on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, as Fr Norbert Litoing, SJ., pronounced his Final Vows in the Society of Jesus, marking the culmination of a long journey of formation, discernment, and faithful service.

Read more ...

Fr Norbert Litoing, SJ., Professes Final Vows at Hekima University College The Chapel of Hekima University College (HUC) was filled with joy, gratitude, and quiet solemnity on Wednesday, 25 March 2026, as Fr Norbert Litoing, SJ., pronounced his Final Vows in the Society of Jesus, marking the culmination of a long journey of formation, discernment, and faithful service. The...

Seventeen years after the last papal visit, the arrival of Pope Leo XIV in Cameroon feels different. From 15 to 18 April 2026, he will travel through Yaoundé, Bamenda, and Douala under the guiding theme, “May they all be one” (John 17:21), as announced by the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon (CENC).

Read more ...

Hope in the Cathedral: A Personal Reflection on the Pope’s Visit to Bamenda Seventeen years after the last papal visit, the arrival of Pope Leo XIV in Cameroon feels different. From 15 to 18 April 2026, he will travel through Yaoundé, Bamenda, and Douala under the guiding theme, “May they all be one” (John 17:21), as announced by the National Episcopal Conference of Ca...

Hekima University College congratulates Fr. Norbert Litoing, S.J. on the Eucharistic celebration of his Final Vows.

Marcel Uwineza

Father Atsu Dodzi Jean-Paul SAVI, S.J., is the new Director of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa (JHIA).

He succeeds Father Jean-Luc ENYEGUE, S.J., who recently took on the role of Provincial of the West Africa Province (AOC).

See More ...

Fr. Jean-Paul Savi, S.J., Appointed New Director of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa (JHIA) - Jesuit Conference Of Africa and Madagascar: JCAM He succeeds Father Jean-Luc ENYEGUE, S.J., who recently took on the role of Provincial of the West Africa Province (AOC). The appointment, announced by JCAM President Fr. José Minaku, S.J., is effective immediately. Fr. Savi will be resident at Hekima University College in Nairobi, Kenya, where the...

🔥Bridging Histories, Building Futures - Editorial: November, 2025

This issue of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa Newsletter arrives at a moment of transition and renewal—both within our Institute and across the wider Society of Jesus ...

Editorial: Issue No. 48 | November, 2025 | Bridging Histories, Building Futures This issue of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa (JHIA) Newsletter arrives at a moment of transition and renewal—both within our Institute and across the wider Society of Jesus. At the heart of this edition stands a powerful theme: continuity in mission through change. We witness it vividly...

We are pleased to announce that Fr. Norbert Litoing, SJ has been appointed Interim Director of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa (JHIA) by the Chair of the Board of Trustees, Very Rev. José Minaku, SJ

Fr. Litoing will succeed Fr. Jean Luc Enyegue, SJ, who has been appointed Provincial of the Jesuit Province of Africa Occidental (AOC). As Interim Director, Fr. Litoing will oversee the operational and administrative needs of the Institute, ensuring the continuity of JHIA’s vital mission of preserving and promoting the rich historical, cultural, and theological heritage of the Society of Jesus in Africa.

We express our sincere gratitude to Fr. Litoing for his availability and generosity in accepting this responsibility in service of the Institute and the broader mission of the Society of Jesus. Once again, we take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt congratulations and prayers to Fr. Enyegue as he assumes his new role as Provincial of the AOC Province.

We wish Fr. Norbert every blessing and success in his leadership and assure him of our support and prayers as he guides JHIA in this important period of transition.

Read More ... https://www.jhia.ac.ke/newsletter/fr-norbert-litoing-s-j-appointed-interim-director-of-the-jesuit-historical-institute-in-africa/

Conference on Nostra Aetate at 60: Fostering Interfaith Dialogue in Africa

🗓️ Oct 17, 2025 | ⏳ Registration closes Oct 15

Join us for a historic gathering marking 60 years since Nostra Aetate — renewing our Jesuit commitment to dialogue, peace & understanding across faiths.

📚 Public Lecture: How Western Jesuit Missionaries Studied Hinduism – Insights & Blind Spots

🗓️ Oct 15, 2025 | 🕝 2:30PM | 📍Nairobi

Join us for a talk on how early Jesuits engaged with Hinduism, exploring their insights, encounters, and limitations.

https://www.jhia.ac.ke/newsletter/fr-jean-luc-enyegue-appointed-new-provincial-of-the-jesuit-west-africa-province-aoc/

Fr. Jean Luc Enyegue Appointed New Provincial of the Jesuit West Africa Province (AOC) Father General has appointed Fr. Jean Luc Enyegue as the new Provincial of the West Africa Province (AOC) of the Society of Jesus. Fr. Jean Luc takes over from Fr. Mathieu Ndomba, who has served in this role since early 2020. Fr. Jean Luc has been serving as Director of the Jesuit Historical Institu...