The many broken shards of Munah’s life reflect Christ’s greatness

Munah, a young Christian convert from a Muslim tribe in arid East Africa, faces severe isolation and persecution for her faith. After enduring personal trauma, she finds healing through ServAfrica's trauma care training, emerging stronger to help others facing similar challenges.
A mother sits next to her child on a small bench.

“We can’t leave God’s word because of our wounds”, says bereaved DRC mother 

On January 15, 2023, members of the Islamic militant Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) detonated a bomb in a church in the North Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The explosion killed at least 17 people and seriously injured…

My wife and child are now with God

In May 2023, the Christian communities of Mangu, Plateau State, Nigeria, experienced brutal attacks that left hundreds of mostly Christian villagers dead and tens of thousands displaced. The perpetrators spoke Fulani, shouted Islamic war cries and were recognized as being from the herder communities seasonally migrating through this area. The event irreversibly changed Pastor Z's life.

Paradise, but only for some

East Africa coast and islands, aka Swahili Coast, is a place of spectacular beauty and offer some of the most exotic holiday destinations around the Globe. These off-the-beaten-track places offer the adventurous traveller remarkable landscapes,…

Pastor Soré’s story

The first time Pastor Soré’s village was attacked, extremists robbed people. The second time, they raped the women. The third time, they burned everything to the ground. Pastor Soré, who lives in Burkina Faso, was left with no choice... “When…

Deborah’s story

“They killed my husband.” Deborah wipes a tear from her eye and gently cradles the youngest of her five children as she remembers the day… “He was a repairman, and also sold things. He slept over at his workshop to guard it. When…

Abraham’s story

It was midnight when the first gunshots rang out… Abraham had been warned that Fulani militants were planning to attack his village in Benue State, northern Nigeria, so he’d sent his wife and three children to safety. But he could not…

Pastor Barnabas’ story

Pastor Barnabas looks out over hundreds of tightly-packed makeshift tents, sprawling in every direction. This camp, with its appalling conditions, is home to thousands of people.