Bishops to politicians: Stop using youth as election tools The Church urged government to treat youth not merely as "tomorrow's leaders," but as active partners today. News 1 hour ago
Catholic bishops from Eastern Africa have challenged governments, politicians, the Church and development partners to work together to address the needs of young people, warning against their exploitation during election campaigns and calling for greater investment in their future.
Addressing Catholics across Eastern Africa, they urged the faithful to welcome young people as genuine partners in the Church’s mission rather than simply recipients of pastoral care.
Reading the statement on behalf of the bishops on Sunday, Rt Rev Martin Mtumbua of Karonga Diocese in Malawi said young people should no longer be viewed as spectators but as active partners in building both the Church and society.
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