Thoughts, Deeds and the Weariness of Despair
Good people and evil people are not distinguished merely by the thoughts or visions they hold in their hearts – for even the wicked may dream of peace. They are...
Rooted in Africa.
Speaking to the world.
A Pan-African network of Catholic scholars, church leaders and pastoral agents shaping theology, justice and faith for the continent and beyond.
- Countries
- 30+
- Research units
- 12+
- Active members
- 5k+
- Lives touched
- 1M+
An African village square for faith and scholarship.
PACTPAN brings African Catholic scholars, church leaders, grassroots pastoral agents and social justice leaders into one inclusive space, together with our ecumenical and inter-religious partners. We work for a better future for the continent, so that God's people in Africa may have life in abundance.
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Theology and research
Advancing African theological scholarship through rigorous academic inquiry.
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Pastoral mission
Supporting church leaders and grassroots agents in their ministries.
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Social justice
Advocating for peace, dignity and justice across the continent.
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Ecumenical dialogue
Building Catholic, ecumenical and inter-religious partnerships.
Our online platform
PACTPAN Community
The place where the network meets between congresses. Join groups, follow the activity feed, message colleagues and find upcoming events with members across Africa and the diaspora.
You can also install the community on your phone as an app.
Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
2025 Pan-African Congress
The largest gathering of African Catholic theologians, church leaders and pastoral agents: scholars and everyday Catholics, laity and pastors, and sisters and brothers from other Church communities.
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Palaver: Synodal Conversations
Open dialogue on the future of the Church in Africa.
PACTPAN Academy
Online theology and pastoral courses for the African context.
Research units
Dedicated research communities across the continent.
Publications and bookstore
Papers, essays and books on the African experience of God and the Church.
Videos and podcasts
Lectures, panels and reflections from across Africa.
Bring your voice to the village square.
Join scholars, pastors and change agents working for the Church in Africa, or support the research, formation and advocacy that make it possible.