For more than 20 years, war has devastated this region of Sudan, with civilians suffering from starvation, violence, displacement, and a lack of medical care. Warring factions target neighborhoods, gas stations and medical facilities, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. Yet, God’s light continues to shine in these dark times.

In their latest mission to the Grand Equateur region, two dedicated missionary families have been diligently working to bring the gospel to the Pygmy communities.

Terrorist attacks have wreaked havoc on the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church in Burkina Faso, displacing thousands and causing widespread devastation.

Rev. Albert Bilongo’s journey was marked by a resolute commitment to his divine calling. He inherited a legacy of faith and service, dedicating his life to the ministry.

The fourth AWF Africa Missions Conference was held in Lomé, Togo in February 2024. Passionate delegates from across the continent gathered for strengthening missions through collaboration.

The AWF Africa Regional Conference focused on themes of Relief and Development, Missions, Women’s Ministries, and organizational updates, with an overarching emphasis on restoring broken relationships with God, each other, and creation, and fostering unity and collaboration within the Alliance family across Africa.

The Alliance Church in Burkina Faso marked its centennial celebration with a four-day event, bringing together more than three thousand participants from all corners of the country.

The Christian and Missionary Alliance Church of Mali recently celebrated its centennial, and the story is one that echoes the resilient spirit of a community dedicated to making a difference.

In the vibrant city of Boma in the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a remarkable story unfolded - a story of unity, inspiration, and transformation.

In the warm and welcoming community of Cabinda, Angola, a group of 55 individuals gathered with anticipation and hope in their hearts. They were about to embark on a transformative journey that would change their lives forever.

The C&MA of Gabon, the local church, community leaders and people interested in being part of the AWF Development Project have set out to improve their quality of life – and food security.

Participants in a series of recent workshops analyzed Liberia’s agricultural problems and proposed sustainable solutions for them. Those who participated are now willing to take an active role in the effort and invite others to join them.

Thanks to a joint effort involving horticulturists, the C&MA church of Cote d’Ivoire and the Alliance World Fellowship (AWF), the Assakra community has improved the food supply and socioeconomic situation of farm families of the Toumodi Department.

Lisa Rohrick dedicated 20 years to being a missionary in West Africa, mainly in Niger. She found ways to reach the Fulani people and invite them to be part of God’s love story.

Patricia Tivane believes in the transformational power of the Scriptures and has invested her life and resources in making it available to unreached people. Her passion and life stories inspire us and lead us to reflect and move in response to the greatest needs of the people around us.

Food security and nutrition have improved the lives and economy for our brothers and sisters in communities and villages of Congo DRC through Phase II of the AWF Global Response to COVID-19.

Congo faces significant difficulties in agriculture, so coaches and participants in a training session in Brazzaville were creative and eager to implement, replicate, and learn more as they came up with some solutions to their problems.

The Alliance Church of Mali (ECEM) and its partners conducted training at the Bible School in Koutiala, Mali, to bring new knowledge that will enable people to improve their livelihood through agriculture and other income sources.

Rev. André Conga da Costa, one of the longest-serving Alliance leaders in Africa, passed away on October 4, 2022 at the General Hospital in Cabinda, Angola after a prolonged illness. Born on June 23, 1933 not far from the historic Mboca Mission founded in 1907 by C&MA missionary Elmer Crist, da Costa was the son of evangelist Joel João of the Mboca Mission.

A high percentage of pastors in Angola (90%) are hostages of their social condition - a way of life that forces them to depend almost entirely on the insufficient crumbs that they get occasionally from their local churches. We praise God for our faithful partners who blessed the pastors with relief for better living conditions.