Laying foundations for the future
When Claude was accepted into the Center for Champions, it was the first time he felt like he had a chance in life.
Claude’s story of hope
Claude’s story is one of hardship, hope, and transformation. Growing up in Rwanda, he lived with his grandmother after his parents were tragically killed in the 1994 genocide.
“I started working as a child, making some money from digging fields and looking after cows for other people,” said Claude. “As I grew up and got stronger, I could work harder.”
Life felt heavy. Claude’s dreams were small and his future uncertain.
Because of YOU, dreams are becoming a reality
When Claude was 15, something changed.
“I remember some people came and told me about African Enterprise’s Center for Champions,” he said. At first, it seemed too good to be true.
“There were so many people who wanted to join the Center that I was very hesitant to register,” he said. “I had finished primary 6 and could read and write and was missing both parents, so I fit the requirements.”
When Claude was accepted, it was the first time he felt like he had a chance in life.
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Laying foundations for the future
“At the Center, I learned how to measure out a house, how to render a wall and cement a floor,” said Claude.
“The program was hard because I had to walk a long way,” he said. “When I left in the evening, I was hungry. Often there was no food. But I was willing to study, to become somebody in life.”
Your generosity transforms lives
After a year of training, Claude graduated.
“The Center for Champions taught me valuable skills, and I have learned more from experience,” he said. “I built this house myself and now earn three times what I could working for others.”
Today, Claude is married and working harder than ever. “This year we will have our first child, so I need to expand my house and buy land to grow food and feed my family.”
You are making futures brighter — one life at a time
“If I hadn’t gone to the Center for Champions, I would be miserable,” said Claude. He would be stuck in the same
Center for Champions students like Claude learn construction, masonry and welding.
hopeless life he had before. Today, Claude is building a future for himself and his family.
Thank you for all you make possible through your support!
A steady stream of HOPE
Join us with your monthly gift
When you become part of African Enterprise’s Transformation Team, our special group of monthly supporters, you’ll be playing a pivotal role in funding life-transforming programs, such as:
■ Empowering pastors with the tools to evangelize and disciple with impact.
■ Supporting youth leaders in reaching and inspiring the next generation.
■ Equipping women with the skills to sew and create their own thriving businesses.
■ Offering trauma healing to restore those wounded by the devastation of war and violence.
We invite you to make a lasting difference by joining our Transformation Team with a monthly commitment. Simply use the enclosed reply slip or sign up online today at africanenterprise.org.
MISSIONS UPDATE: Fall City, Uganda
The Soroti City Mission, carried out last September in eastern Uganda, was a transformative nine-day outreach centered on Matthew 11:28-29: “Come, Find Rest in Jesus Christ.”
The mission aimed to provide spiritual and emotional relief to Soroti residents. More than 119 missioners from Uganda and Kenya engaged in activities such as door-to-door evangelism, school ministries, open-air rallies, and special outreach to prisoners, street children, and sex workers.
More than 20,000 heard the Gospel, with 2,865 people reached door-to-door and 1,091 accepting Christ. Thanks to you, this diverse initiative inspired profound life changes, uniting communities in faith and hope!
A second chance for Gamalia
Your generosity helped lead him back to Jesus
For many years, Gamalia lived for parties and pleasure, but deep down, he felt an emptiness he couldn’t ignore.
Then, in December 2023, he found Christ — and his life changed. He began going to church and studying the Bible, and for the first time, he felt a sense of peace and purpose. But old habits crept back, and soon, he found himself slipping away from his new faith.
Gamalia (right) was ready to argue with the African Enterprise evangelists but instead felt pulled back to Christ.
Your support helps open hearts to the Gospel
Recently, Gamalia met some African Enterprise evangelists on the street. Though he was ready to argue, their kind and compelling words softened him, and he felt a pull back to Christ. Now, thanks to this encounter, he’s committed to following this new path. He knows it won’t always be easy, but with God, he’s finally finding the peace he’s been searching for.
Thank you for all you make possible to share the Gospel throughout Africa and point people to Jesus!
VISION 2025
Jamie Morrison, Executive Director
With your continued partnership, we are excited to cast a bold VISION 2025, which includes:
Evangelistic Mission to Accra, Ghana (September 2025):
■ Together, we’ll reach over 5 million people hungry for the Gospel.
■ 56% of Accra’s population is under age 24, and you’ll help reach the next generation.
■ Ghana’s shift to a Muslim-majority population makes your involvement even more crucial.
■ You’ll help bring revival where Christianity is plateauing.
■ Through you, we will expand missions to 8 additional African cities.
Community Transformation Groups (CTGs):
■ Your support will equip 240 churches in 12 countries for evangelism.
■ We’ll train 480 volunteers and workers to uplift communities.
■ Together, we’ll establish 4,000 CTGs, empowering 120,000 individuals.
■ Through CTGs, you’ll provide resources, prayer, and microloans for sustainable businesses.
You are a key part of VISION 2025. Together, we’ll plant seeds of faith, hope, and change across Africa.
As part of VISION 2025, God is calling us to transform lives across Africa — and with your help, we’re ready to answer that call.
Right now, we need $30,000 to launch the next three citywide missions.
With your support, these missions will:
■ EQUIP African evangelists to share the Good News.
■ CONNECT new believers to supportive local churches.
■ DISCIPLE believers to grow in their faith.
■ GROW the Church in Africa.
2025 Upcoming Missions
Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe: April 4-13
• Provincial capital in northern Zimbabwe, two universities in the city
Huye, Rwanda: April 28 — May 4
• Home to the University of Rwanda
• Long considered the intellectual capital of Rwanda
Nakuru, Kenya: May 15-25
• Fourth largest city in Kenya
• Largest in the Great Rift Valley
• Population of more than 600,000
• Two universities
We’re praying for friends like you to make this possible. Will you renew your partnership and help us make a powerful start to 2025?
