Celebrating Pesach in Jewish Central Synagogue, Uyo, Akwa Ibom, Nigeria.
Pesach is a time of year, a season of historical remembrance, in which all Jews are obligated to immerse themselves....
Jews in Africa
How Solar Electrification is Powering Hebrew Learning & Strengthening Judaism in Eastern Nigeria.
Originally published on the Kulanu Blog In the last one decade, Judaism has seen significant growth, particularly among the Igbos,...
Shabbat, Youth, and Community: The Spirit of Nigerian Jewry
Since its inception, the National Youth Shabbat has evolved into the biggest religious and social event for Jewish youth throughout...
Nasenyi Jewish Community in Uganda Inaugurates New Synagogue.
In reality, not many would have the honour of attending the inauguration of a new synagogue building, becoming the first...
FOOD SECURITY GRANT: Enhancing the Economic Capabilities of Jewish Community in Mukono, Central Uganda.
An Interview with Sarah Nakintu Sarah Nakintu is a highly respected Jewish woman leader in Uganda who has a lot...
Elder, Teacher, and Father, Raphael Ben Yaakov, Passes on.
The cycle of Jewish life, including birth, marriage, and death, is an inescapable aspect that affects individuals from all backgrounds,...
BOOK REVIEW: Hebrew Igbo Republic- Culture, Religion, and DNA.
Nze Remy Ilona's book, Igbo Hebrew Republic, extensively discusses the religion and culture of the Igbo people of Nigeria, known...
Inside Camp Sarah in Nigeria
A children's playground for arts, sports, singing & dancing, leadership training, and learning Judaism: Jewish camping, as an activity, aims...
Light at the End of the Tunnel?
How agricultural reforms are set to boost micro economic activities across sub-Saharan African Communities. The Gelfand food projects began in...
Second Wave of Conversion Hits Nigerian Jewish Communities
My Journey to Conversion Many people, across many congregations and communities, have fiercely contested the topic of conversion. Not only...
From Challah to Football: Nigerian Jewish Communities Bring Unique Flavour to the Global Shabbat Project 2024 Celebrations
Like every other parashah in the Torah, we read the parashat "Vayera" once a year. However, what makes it unique...
Jewish Central Synagogue Uyo Wraps up its First Phase, from a Rented Building to a Permanent Space.
Uyo, the capital city of Akwa Ibom State, southern Nigeria, hosts the Jewish Central Synagogue, recognized as the first typical...
From A Sukkot Village in Southern Nigeria to the Hills of Sefwi Waiwso in North Western Ghana for Simchat Torah.
A Story of High Holidays 5784: When traversing from the east African coast to the western region, it is highly...
ON THE CASCADING HILLS OF MBALE WHERE JUDAISM THRIVES
Road trips are great, no doubt, especially for a first-time visitor like me who is eager to set foot on...
Nigerian Jews Organize October 7th Anniversary Prayer to Mourn the Dead and Pray for Peace
The date October 7 has sadly etched itself into the history of Jewish people as a day that will always...
TRAPPED IN SUDAN
By: Avraham Ben Avraham When Adane Mekonen left Oromia with a group of 50 individuals, including women, young boys, and...
A New Dawn for Black African Jews
By: Modreck Maeresera In December 2022, the capital city of Ivory Coast, Abidjan, was the setting of a historic event...
Purim Brightened by Camp Sarah’s Colorful Children’s Celebration in Gihon Hebrew Synagogue
By: Netzach Ekwunife The importance of Jewish events such as festivals, Shabbat, Jewish camping, and other significant celebrations cannot be...
Jewish Camping Arrives in Nigeria with Opening of Camp Sarah
By: Netzach Ekwunife Photo Credit: Camp Sarah Upon learning about Camp Sarah, numerous questions immediately came to mind. I was...
African Jewish Voices magazine makes its debut on Purim, with Gihon Hebrew Synagogue as host venue.
By: Israel Abraham The 2024 Purim was another milestone for African Jews and the world-wide Jewish community, as it marked...
