Nairobi, Kenya | 03 Oct 2025 - The Society of Jesus in Africa is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Father Jean-Luc Enyegue, SJ as the new Provincial Superior of the Jesuit West Africa Province (AOC). The appointment was made by the Superior General of the Society of Jesus, Father Arturo Sosa, SJ.

In making this announcement, Fr. José Minaku, SJ the president of the Jesuit Conference Of Africa and Madagascar (JCAM), expressed profound gratitude to Fr. Mathieu Ndomba, SJ, the outgoing Provincial. He extended sincere thanks for his outstanding leadership, wise guidance, and generous service at the helm of the AOC Province. Fr. Ndomba's dedication and commitment have been instrumental to the growth and vitality of both the Province and JCAM.

He officially begins his mission on January 3, 2026, the Solemnity of the Most Holy Name of Jesus, succeeding Fr. Mathieu Ndomba, to whom we express immense gratitude for his leadership since 2020.

This transition marks a significant moment for the Province, as Fr. Enyegue prepares to take on this vital mission of service and leadership.

At 46, Father Jean-Luc Enyegue,SJ, brings a wealth of academic excellence, spiritual depth, and administrative experience to his new role. His journey within the Society of Jesus reflects a profound commitment to faith, scholarship, and service.

Born on 28 May 1979 in Awaé, Cameroon, Fr. Enyegue began his academic journey with a degree in history from the University of Yaoundé I. He entered the Society of Jesus on 1 August 2002, undertaking his novitiate in Cyangugu, Rwanda.

His formation has been pan-African and global, shaping a broad perspective essential for leadership. He studied philosophy in Kimwenza, Democratic Republic of Congo (2004-2006), and later served his regency as Director of the Loyola Cultural Centre in Lomé, Togo (2006-2008).

Fr. Enyegue’s theological studies took him to the Universidad Pontificia Comillas in Madrid, where he was ordained a deacon in 2011. He continued his formation at Boston College, earning a licentiate in theology before his priestly ordination in Yaoundé in 2012. His academic pursuits culminate a Ph.D. in Church History and Hermeneutics from Boston University attained in 2018.

Upon his return to Africa, Fr. Jean-Luc was missioned to Hekima University College in Nairobi, Kenya, where he taught Church History and served as Associate Director of the Jesuit Historical Institute in Africa (JHIA). After pronouncing his final solemn vows on 31 October 2020, he assumed the role of Director of the JHIA and spiritual father for the theology scholastics' community.

His leadership within the West African Province has been further demonstrated through his coordination of the Ignatian Year celebrations in 2021 and his election as Procurator of the Province.

The appointment of Fr. Enyegue heralds a promising new chapter for the AOC Province. His diverse background as a scholar, formator, and administrator positions him ideally to guide the Province forward in its mission.

The Jesuit community across Africa and the world assures him of prayers, fraternal support, and full collaboration.

The JCAM president, Fr. Minaku, invites all members of the Jesuit family and partners in mission to join us in praying for God’s blessings upon Fr. Enyegue as he prepares to embrace this new responsibility.

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About the Society of Jesus (Jesuits):

The Society of Jesus is a Roman Catholic religious order of priests and brothers founded by St. Ignatius of Loyola in 1540. Known for its educational, intellectual, and missionary work, the Society operates in over 100 countries, committed to the "service of faith and the promotion of justice."