Africa

Head scarves hang on a row of pegs. Photo by RJ Rempel.
Across the Sahel, people face innumerable challenges daily — from the political climate and insecurity, to famine and a lack of education. Women and girls experience additional obstacles regarding education and women’s rights. Yet even in darkness, the Word of God shines brightly.
A man from the Sahel prays for his country. Photo by RJ Rempel.
In the Sahel, effective gospel sharing comes when local people are trained to disciple those whom they share a culture with. And that is just what Aziz and Alia are finding new ways of doing.
A man from the Sahel walks through sand. Photo by RJ Rempel.
If a sickness came to this town and was killing everyone, and you had the cure, would you give it to them or keep it to yourself?
People ride camels through the desert in Africa. Photo by Andrew Fendrich
As David learnt about countries in northern Africa, his interest piqued while his classmates focussed on other areas of the world. “I love challenges,” said David, “And that’s why I find myself here in central North Africa when no one else wanted to go.”