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SPRING EDITION 2026

Dear Friends,

During a recent visit with the AE Ethiopia team to the Seba Kare Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Tigray, I witnessed both the immense challenges facing thousands of displaced people and the remarkable hope that continues to grow through the local church.

Home to more than 31,000 people, the camp remains largely cut off from essential services and aid. Access to banking, communications, water, and electricity is extremely limited, and many families continue to face daily uncertainty after years of conflict and displacement.

Thanks to your generous support, and through AE Ethiopia's partnership with the Evangelical Churches Fellowship of Tigray, 500 vulnerable households received practical assistance, including fortified grain flour, cooking oil, and cash support.

As I reflected on this visit, I was reminded of the words of Jesus that form the focus of this month's newsletter:

“Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father's good pleasure to give you the kingdom"  - Luke 12:32

In the midst of uncertainty, God's people can find confidence in His faithful care and the unshakeable hope of His Kingdom. What encouraged me most was hearing from local church leaders about the growing spiritual openness among the people. In the midst of suffering, many are asking deeper questions about life and eternity. Church attendance is increasing, and people are turning to Christ for hope in uncertain times.

10,000 new young Christians in Rwanda!

Rwanda boasts an exceptionally young population: the average age is just 19 years old, with over 40% of the country’s 13 million residents under the age of 15, and half of the population under 20. This massive youth demographic represents a highly strategic opportunity for evangelism and community transformation. Recognising this potential, AE Rwanda launched the Rusizi Student Mission in May 2026. Operating under the theme “My Life in Your Hands” (Ecclesiastes 12:1), a coordinated force of 96 passionate evangelists organised 48 distinct mission engagements across schools, colleges, and local communities, with the goal of reaching 35,000 young people.

Bringing hope to the front lines: AE South Africa’s outreach to Ulundi’s police force

During a recent mission in the northern South African town of Ulundi, African Enterprise South Africa (AE SA) was presented with a rare opportunity: the chance to minister at every single police station in the area. Operating in a region characterised by high crime rates, Ulundi’s police officers face daily pressure. Recognising these challenges, police station commanders welcomed the AE SA team with gratitude, eager for the spiritual encouragement the team brought to their precincts.

Zimbabwe Foxfires begin new ministry with outreach to the albinism community

For decades, African Enterprise’s Foxfires program has been setting youth ablaze with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Recently, this vibrant ministry entered a new chapter with the official launch of a cohort in Zimbabwe. As the newly formed Zimbabwe Foxfires prepared for their inaugural outreach, they turned their attention to a community that has long suffered in the shadows: people living with albinism. Albinism is a non-contagious, genetic condition characterised by a lack of melanin pigment in the hair, skin, and eyes. In Zimbabwe, the prevalence of albinism is notably high, affecting an estimated 1 in every 1,000 to 5,000 people.

Empowering women through the Chinhoyi Peanut Butter Project

In Zimbabwe, many women face a persistent and daunting cycle of poverty, high unemployment, and severely limited economic opportunities. Recent job losses across critical sectors like agriculture and mining, combined with soaring living costs and a lack of access to capital, have left many women highly vulnerable to exploitation and long-term hardship. Recognising this urgent need, with the support of AE Australasia, African Enterprise Zimbabwe launched an innovative initiative in early 2026: a specialised training program in peanut butter production in the northern city of Chinhoyi. Peanut butter is a staple food in Zimbabwe, providing a protein-rich source of nutrition, so those who can produce it stand to make a reliable income.

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