Philippe Ouédraogo
Philippe Ouédraogo is a prominent religious figure in Burkina Faso, having served as a cardinal and a key advocate for peace and unity among the nation's diverse communities. He has consistently promoted messages of fraternity and cooperation, emphasizing that despite religious differences, shared values and mutual respect should prevail. In recent public appearances, including the Aïd el-Fitr celebration, he has called upon citizens to strengthen their commitment to justice and social harmony, reinforcing the need for collective action towards a peaceful and cohesive society.
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Cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo spoke about the security situation in Burkina Faso and the Sahel during a meeting in Seoul.
Crise sécuritaire au Sahel: « Le silence, dans ce contexte, n’est pas neutre. Il est complice », cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo
Burkina Faso· 2025-07-25Cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo advised that David Koudougou should reflect the will of God.
Diocèse de Tenkodogo: Mgr David Koudougou tient le bâton pastoralBurkina Faso· 2025-05-25
Philippe Ouédraogo's birthdate was recently modified, allowing him to participate in the conclave.
El cónclave más internacional: 71 países y una media de edad de 72 años - Mundo
Paraguay· 2025-05-01
Philippe Ouédraogo's birthdate was recently modified, allowing him to participate in the conclave.
Un cónclave histórico: 71 representantes de países diferentes de los cinco continentes y una media de 72 años | Internacional | Noticias
Ecuador· 2025-04-30Philippe Ouédraogo is a cardinal from Burkina Faso who is eligible to enter the conclave despite his upcoming 80th birthday.
El enigma del cardenal Becciu: ¿entrará en el cónclave? - MundoParaguay· 2025-04-23
Cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo's birthday was noted in the new pontifical yearbook, allowing him to participate in the conclave.
Pelea en Vaticano: Cardenal destituido por Francisco exige participar en Cónclave; fue condenado a prisión por irregularidades financieras
Mexico· 2025-04-22
Cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo spoke about the death of Pope Francis and invited all Christians to pray for his soul.
Le cardinal Philippe Ouédraogo à propos du pape François : « Il a plusieurs fois manifesté sa sollicitude à l’Eglise famille de Dieu en Afrique »Burkina Faso· 2025-04-21
Philippe Ouédraogo, the cardinal, advocated for peace among the Burkinabè during the Aïd el-Fitr celebration.
Célébration de l’Aïd el-Fitr: prière pour un Burkina indivisibleBurkina Faso· 2025-04-01
