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The African continent divides into two very different areas with much of the north being predominantly Muslim with Arabic influences, and the south more heavily influenced by Christianity or tribal religions. There are crises of war, refugees, drought and HIV/AIDS across the continent.
The Church is very different in these two sections of the continent. In the South, the Church is larger and more visible. In the Muslim North, it is small, often “underground” with most believers lacking Christian fellowship. For more info about North Africa, view the Middle East region.
Through literacy training in schools and teacher development conferences, Education In Africa (EIA), a ministry of OM, is helping make learning possible and supporting teachers both personally and spiritually.
When Dorothy lost her husband, her world fell apart. Alone and overwhelmed, she continued teaching but felt numb inside. A month later, an unexpected invitation to a teacher’s conference changed everything.
Education is still a very underdeveloped service across Africa. Many rural and impoverished communities have very little or no access to education for their children.
Imagine being eight years old and unable to read a single word on the page in front of you. You see others around you reading, and you know you should be able to as well, but the letters just don’t make sense.
Once passionate about sharing the Qur'an, Yacouba now lives his life to spread the good news of Christ.
"It strikes me to think that the people of this land, rich or otherwise, seemingly have no chance to enter the Kingdom," reflects Till. "They have plenty of camels, but there seems to be no eye of a needle to go through."
Across much of Africa, Islam is practised widely, often mixed in with occultism.
After 28 years living in Morocco, Rob and Janet (UK) know the challenges facing believers in this majority-Muslim country.
In the Horn of Africa, a unique ministry brings more than just literacy to a nomadic people group. Libraries, carried on the backs of camels, bring the gospel to communities while also demonstrating the love of Christ.
"His name is Jesus, and indeed, He is the hope of the world," shares Trizenia.
In rural Mozambique, Fabian found a common thread among Jesus followers, regardless of their language, culture or circumstances — an eternal hope in Christ.
Generosity is life-changing — an experience Pastor Alan from Zambia has lived and is eager to share with his congregation and beyond.
