From 5 to 8 May 2025, the Province of Saint Richard Pampuri of Africa held its provincial conference at the Saint John of God Hospital in Afagnan (TOGO), in a spirit of fraternity, synodality and discernment. This major event brought together 35 participants, including brothers and coworkers committed to the Order's mission.

The conference was chaired by Brother Étienne SENE, General Councillor in charge of the African region, in the presence of Brother Hugues ASSOU, the Provincial Superior and his Council.  The presence of the General Councillor was a strong sign of encouragement and communion with the General Government. Brother Paulinus Toh Kisam, the Provincial Superior of the Province of Saint Augustine in Africa, also took an active part, contributing to the exchanges and joint reflection.

The main objective of this meeting was to carry out a mid-term evaluation of the activities linked to the management of the communities and apostolic works of the Province. In an atmosphere of fraternal dialogue, the participants analysed the progress made, the challenges encountered and the perspectives to be envisaged for a service that is ever more faithful to and consistent with the hospitaller charism.

A number of areas for consolidation were identified, particularly in the areas of training, community leadership, management of works and collaboration with the laity. The conference was also an important time for prayer and renewing our common commitment to serving the most vulnerable.

This stage of evaluation marks an important turning point in the Province's journey, in preparation for future directions and renewed fidelity to the mission entrusted to it.

Finally, the Conference ended with the celebration of the Jubilee of the Sick and the World of Health, whose activities began on Friday 9 May and culminated on Sunday 11 May with a Pontifical Mass presided over by Bishop Isaac Jogues GAGLO of Aného.