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Archbishop of Canterbury encourages young women in Ghana: ‘You are loved by God. Follow His calling’

The Archbishop of Canterbury has met with students and staff at St Monica's Nursing and Midwifery Training College in Kumasi and encouraged their vocation.

30 July 2026

Archbishop of Canterbury welcomed to Ghana with all female-led church service in Accra

The Archbishop of Canterbury began her 10-day visit to the Church of the Province of West Africa, preaching at a service in Accra led entirely by female clergy.

 

27 July 2026

The Archbishop of Canterbury to visit Ghana and Cameroon in the Church of the Province of West Africa

The Archbishop of Canterbury, the Most Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally, will begin a 10-day visit to the Church of the Province of West Africa on Sunday, July 26.

24 July 2026

Youth peacemakers speak about living legacy of peace at ACC-19

Delegates to ACC-19 in Belfast reflected on and celebrated the role of young people in the ministry of peace and reconciliation.

07 July 2026

Anglican Bishops Urge Peace and Unity Ahead of Ghana's Elections

In anticipation of Ghana's upcoming political elections Anglican Bishops have called on the nation to embrace peace, unity, and love.

02 September 2024

Primates from across the Anglican Communion share their Easter Messages for 2024

Primates from across the Anglican Communion share their Easter messages and sermons of love, hope, peace and reconciliation for 2024.

02 April 2024

Victory Against All Odds - An Easter Message from Archbishop Cyril Kobina Ben-Smith

The Most Revd Dr Cyril Kobina Ben-Smith, Primate of the Church of the Province of West Africa, presents his Easter message for 2024.

02 April 2024

Half centenary leads to great thanksgiving in West Africa’s Diocese of Kumasi in Ghana

The Diocese of Kumasi celebrated its 50th anniversary with a Great Thanksgiving service at Saint Cyprian Cathedral in Kumasi, Ghana

13 November 2023

Palestinian Archbishop elected unopposed as Vice Chair of global Anglican Consultative Council

The Anglican Episcopal Archbishop in Jerusalem, the Most Revd Hosam Naoum, elected as Vice Chair of the Anglican Consultative Council.

17 February 2023

Archbishop of Canterbury appointed honorary Chief of Oguaa People and named “Nana Kofi”

Archbishop Justin Welby appointed an honorary Chief during visit to traditional ruler or Omanhene of the Oguaa, Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II.

16 February 2023