The Southern African Catholic Bishops Conference (SACBC) has informed the Church of the Lenten Appeal contributions for the years 2024 and 2025 through a newsletter signed by the Secretary General, Fr Hugh O’Connor. The communication forms part of the Church’s commitment to transparency and accountability in the life of a Synodal Church.

In the Church in Southern Africa, it is a long-standing tradition to hold a second collection on each Sunday of Lent. These collections support projects for the poor, the works of the Church, and the formation and support of seminarians.

In 2025, the Lenten Appeal collections totalled just over R9.9 million, representing a 4% increase from 2024.

Throughout the Lenten season, the Bishops’ Lenten Appeal also produces daily reflections offered by bishops, clergy, and religious from the three member countries of the SACBC: South Africa, Botswana, and Eswatini.

These daily video reflections are available on the SACBC social media platforms:

YouTube: SACBC Official

X: @_SACBC

Facebook: Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference

TikTok: s.a.c.b.c

Website: https://sacbc.org.za/