Christian acquitted in baseless blasphemy case in Pakistan
A court has acquitted a 62-year-old Catholic of baseless blasphemy charges after the complainant said he had “forgiven” him and wished to withdraw the case, the victim’s lawyer said.
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Officials in Pakistan defy order to correct Christians’ religious ID
Authorities in Pakistan failed to correct the religious identity of a Christian family in the national database despite a court directive, leaving them vulnerable to social pressure and economic hardship, they said.
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Faith-based hospitals in Kenya warn unpaid Social Health Authority bills threaten care for most vulnerable patients
Faith-based hospitals in Kenya say delayed reimbursements from the new Social Health Authority (SHA) are crippling operations and threatening patient care, officials with the Christian Health Association of Kenya told Christian Daily International.
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Mission Australia launches Youth Survey 2026, marking 25 years
Mission Australia’s Youth Survey is marking 25 years of gathering the views of young people by inviting those ages 14 to 19 to “come to the party” and participate in the 2026 survey.
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Bangladesh Christian leaders express cautious hope under new government
Bangladesh’s new government has prompted cautious optimism among Christian leaders, who say recent political changes offer a potential opening for greater religious freedom even as concerns remain over security, justice and political pressure.
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Brazilian court acquits student over posts on biological sex
Brazil’s Federal Regional Court of the 5th Region has closed the case against veterinary student Isadora Borges, marking a historic victory for freedom of expression, according to a statement from ADF International.
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Database launched on anti-Christian violations of religious freedom in Australia
By Chris EyteAn advocacy group defending Judeo-Christian values in Australia has launched a database to track infringements of Christians’ religious freedom.
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Religious groups, international NGOs warn of escalating violence in South Sudan
Religious leaders and international humanitarian organizations warn that rising violence in South Sudan could push the fragile nation closer to renewed civil war, urging political leaders to halt military operations and return to dialogue to prevent further civilian suffering.
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Latin Evangelical Alliance hosts 'Women in Victory' congress in Argentina
The Latin Evangelical Alliance (AEL) held its fifth International Congress, “Women in Victory,” organized by the AEL Women’s Commission and coordinated by Dr. Fátima Oliva. The event took place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from March 10 to 14, with delegations from 12 Latin American countries.
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Evangelical leaders welcome Scotland’s rejection of assisted dying bill
By Chris EyteScotland’s Parliament voted on March 17 to reject a bill that would have legalized assisted dying for terminally ill adults, prompting a strong response from leaders of the UK Evangelical Alliance, who said the outcome protects vulnerable people and upholds the value of life.
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Pastor killed in attack on Christian area of Kaduna state, Nigeria
Suspected Fulani herdsmen on Feb. 26 killed a pastor and abducted other Christians in Kaduna state, Nigeria, area residents said.
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Confusion over abortion rights in Northern Ireland highlighted by reported case
By Chris EyteThe case of a schoolgirl reportedly sent from Northern Ireland to England for an abortion, and reportedly left traumatized by the experience, shows how confusion remains about abortion rights, an evangelical advocate for mothers and children has told Christian Daily International.
