PACTPAN – Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network
Pan-African Catholic Theology & Pastoral Network

Rooted in Africa.
Speaking to the World.

A community of African scholars, church leaders, and pastoral agents working together — like an African village square — to shape theology, justice, and faith for the continent and beyond.

PACTPAN members gathered together
1M+
Lives Touched
30+
Countries
12+
Research Units
5k+
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PACTPAN community

An African Village Square for Faith and Scholarship

The Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network (PACTPAN) is a community of African scholars and pastoral agents in the Catholic tradition and their ecumenical and inter-religious partners.

PACTPAN provides an inclusive space where African Catholic scholars, church leaders, grassroots pastoral agents, social justice leaders, and change agents work together towards a better future for the African continent.

Theology & Research
Advancing African theological scholarship through rigorous academic inquiry.
Pastoral Mission
Supporting church leaders and grassroots agents in their ministries.
Social Justice
Advocating for peace, dignity, and justice across the continent.
Ecumenical Dialogue
Bridging Catholic, ecumenical, and inter-religious partnerships.
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News & Statements

Stay informed on African theology, Church affairs, and social justice issues from our community of scholars and pastoral agents.

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Recent Videos

Lectures, reflections, congress sessions and conversations from PACTPAN’s YouTube channel.

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2025

Abidjan Congress 2025

The largest gathering of African Catholic theologians, Church leaders and pastoral agents. A representative gathering of the whole Church — scholars and everyday Catholics, laity and pastors, Catholics and brothers and sisters from other Church communities.

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Abidjan Congress 2025
📍 Abidjan 2025

Tools for Faith and Ministry

From spiritual reading to academic publications, PACTPAN provides resources for scholars, pastors, and everyday Catholics alike.