
Africa

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South Africa’s ‘Jerusalema’ hitmaker Nomcebo Zikode vows to fight for royalties despite court setback
What began as a unifying anthem during the uncertainty of 2020 has spiraled into one of South Africa’s most high-profile music disputes. Jerusalema—the gospel-influenced house hit whose infectious rhythm and Zulu lyrics inspired a worldwide dance challenge—brought chart-topping success and hundreds of millions of YouTube views. -
Evangelical Alliance of Kenya backs new national anti-drug policy, raising of minimum drinking age from 18 to 21
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Fulani herdsmen kill 17 Christians in Plateau tate, Nigeria
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Nairobi Baptist Church revokes ordination of Senior Pastor over 'serious allegations of misconduct'
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Study finds militant Islamists have killed 22,307 in Africa over the last one year, gained significant territory
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Religious leaders in Malawi ask members to 'reject corrupt politicians' ahead of September general elections
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Fewer countries have Christian majorities, Pew report finds
The number of countries with Christian majorities declined between 2010 and 2020, according to a new report by the Pew Research Center, highlighting a notable shift in global religious affiliation. As of 2020, Christians remained the majority in 120 out of 201 countries and territories analyzed—down from 124 in 2010. That means Christian-majority nations accounted for 60% of all countries surveyed, compared to 62% a decade earlier. -

Nigeria's Super Falcons win a record 10th Women Africa Cup fuelled by unwavering Christian faith
Nigeria’s Women’s soccer team clinched an unprecedented 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) title dedicating their victory to Jesus Christ. The team's captain, Rasheedat Ajibade, voted the best player of the tournament, led the team in songs of praise to God following their dramatic 3-2 come back against the hosts Morocco in a tight final played in Rabat. -

Rebels kill 38 Christians at church vigil in Democratic Republic of Congo
Islamic State-backed rebels killed 38 worshippers at a Catholic prayer vigil in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo at about 1 a.m. on Sunday (June 27) and five other people at a nearby village, according to reports. -

Funeral procession for 27 Christians killed in Nigeria
Residents in Plateau state, Nigeria on Friday (July 25) held a funeral procession for 27 Christians massacred in one village 10 days earlier despite warning authorities of the impending danger, sources said. -

COALA 3.0 communiqué affirms new era of Majority World mission partnerships and shared faith
The Christ Over Asia, Latin America and Africa (COALA) movement has released the official communiqué and partnership statement from its third global gathering, COALA 3.0, which convened in Panama from April 27 to 29, 2025. The event brought together 63 key church and mission leaders from 18 Majority World nations to strengthen collaboration and deepen theological unity across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. -

South African church group holds day of prayer following damning police corruption allegations: 'fight for the soul of our nation'
The South African Community of Faith-Based Fraternals (SACOFF), which represents nearly 20,000 churches and 225 organizations nationwide, called for a National Day of Prayer on Wednesday, July 23, as part of its campaign to “fight for the soul of our nation” amid explosive allegations of high-level police corruption and political interference. -

Fourth annual IPAC meeting strengthens global Anglican–Pentecostal cooperation in mission and service
A shared commitment to global mission and service was reaffirmed during the fourth annual meeting of the International Pentecostal–Anglican Commission (IPAC), as delegates explored ways to deepen cooperation between the two Christian traditions.
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