Explore our impact in Africa by clicking on any of the countries on the map.
Countries currently running Explore courses
Countries we hope to reach by 2027
Number of students registered to date in 2022
Number of modules studied to date in 2022
African countries enrolled
Real Stories
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Strange Medicine: Raphael’s Story
“No matter anyone’s background – if they’re hungry to learn, the course gives them a confidence in handling God’s Word and a new boldness to share it with others.” As one of hundreds of Explore...
Explore in Zambia
Ever wondered what our work looks like on the ground? Here’s your chance to see it for yourself! Earlier this year, in partnership with African Enterprise, we travelled to Zambia to support the...
Coming Full Circle: Darlington’s Story
“I want to give others the same gift I was given through Explore: the real gospel—the kind that leads to real change and freedom, the kind that doesn’t promise false hope, but anchors us through...
On the Ground with Graham
Graham and Sally have lived and ministered in rural western Kenya for over 15 years. As missionaries, one of the tools they use to support and strengthen local churches has been the Explore Course....
Ground Breakers: Roydon’s Story
While many have found the Explore Course to be greatly beneficial for them personally, more and more church leaders are also appreciating its value within their wider congregation. Roydon Frost,...
Angola
Promotion of Explore in Angola will commence once a number of modules have been translated into Portuguese. It is envisaged that we will introduce Explore to Angola towards the end of 2023.
Pray with us
- Pray for the development of a partnership which could open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and enable us to establish an Explore presence in Angola.
- Pray for facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Angola.
Benin
The main language spoken in Benin is French,so we aim to offer the course there once we have translated sufficient modules into French. We have one trained Facilitator who will be working with Relay Trust and Explore when the time arrives.
Pray with us
- Pray for the faithful and speedy translation of the Explore material into French.
- Pray for more local Facilitators to be ready to advance the work of Explore in their country.
Botswana
Defined by an expansive desert and a delta which provides some of the best game viewing on the continent, Explore has formed a partnership with a training company in Botswana known as Global Education hub. A number of facilitators have been trained and the current strategy is to promote Explore among pastor fraternals. We will also be embarking on a prison ministry to both inmates and prison chaplains soon.
Pray with us
- Pray for the promotion of Explore to be well received among the churches.
- Pray for our work into Botswanan prisons – that it is received favourably by the prison administration.
- Pray for the training of new Facilitators within different regions of Botswana.
Burkina-Faso
A landlocked country in West Africa, facing immense challenges, our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Burkina-Faso.
Burundi
With both French and English being spoken in the country, it is our intention to promote Explore to the Burundian English-speaking churches in 2023. Burundi will then become an Explore region alongside Rwanda.
Pray with us
- Pray for the planning of the promotion of Explore into Burundi in 2023.
- Pray for the development of a hub for Explore in Rwanda and Burundi.
- Pray for the faithful and speedy translation of Explore into French.
Cameroon
Cameroon lies at the crossroads of West and Central Africa. Christianity is dominant in Cameroon and presents a wonderful opportunity, in both English and French, for Explore. It is our intention to hold Facilitation training in English at the beginning of 2023 and in French towards the end of that year.
Pray with us
- Pray for the translation into French to proceed smoothly.
- Pray for the partnership with a trained facilitator in Yaoundé to be nurtured.
- Pray for partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully establish Explore in Cameroon.
Central African Republic
The main language spoken in the CAR is French, so we hope to offer the Explore course here once we have translated sufficient modules into French. Our trained Facilitators in the Cameroon will then work with us to introduce and offer Explore in 2026.
Pray with us
- Pray for the faithful and speedy translation of the Explore material into French.
- Pray for the partnership with our Facilitator in Cameroon to grow and develop so that together, we can promote Explore in this country too.
Cape Verde Islands
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Cape Verde Islands.
Chad
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Chad.
Comoros
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Comoros.
Congo (Brazzaville)
The main language spoken in the Congo is French, so we will offer the course there once we have translated sufficient modules into French. We will be developing an Explore strategy for the Congo in 2025.
Pray with us
- Pray for the faithful and speedy translation of the Explore material into French.
- Pray for partnerships with the churches of Congo to be formed.
Côte d’Ivoire
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Côte d’Ivoire.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- Pray for the translation into French to proceed smoothly.
- Pray for partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully establish Explore in the DRC.
Djibouti
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Djibouti.
Equatorial Guinea
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Equatorial Guinea.
Eritrea
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Eritrea.
Eswatini
The Kingdom of Eswatini, surrounded by South Africa and Mozambique, is one of the smaller countries in Africa. We plan to establish an Explore presence here un the second half of 2022.
Pray with us
- Pray for the right partner required to help us establish a presence in Eswatini.
- Pray that the churches we visit in the second half of 2022 will be open to using Explore as a discipleship tool.
Ethiopia
Having Explore in Ethiopia will require translations into Arabic and this is not within our current 3-year translation plan. We expect to begin promoting Explore in Ethiopia in 2027.
Pray with us
- For faithful Arabic translators for when we are ready to translate the course.
- Pray for the Lord to open doors to the churches of Ethiopia as we commence with our planning to promote Explore in Ethiopia in 2027.
- Pray for the resources we need to meaningfully establish Explore in the region.
Gabon
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Gabon.
Gambia
As the smallest country in mainland Africa, The Gambia is proof that size does not signify significance. With 176 people per square kilometer, it is one of the most densely populated countries in Africa.
Pray with us
- For our facilitators to gather the right students and for great success as they continue to take God’s Word wider and deeper still.
- For Gambian students to ‘stay the course’ and forge deep relationships with one another whilst doing so.
- For new doors of opportunity into more church denominations.
Ghana
Although training has been provided in one section of Ghana, we have to date not been successful in establishing an Explore group in the country. As part of the West African hub we will be working with Relay Trust on a strategy for Ghana.
Pray with us
- Pray that the Explore and Relay Trust teams develop an Explore strategy for Ghana by 2025.
- Pray for GWC graduates in Ghana as well as African Enterprise to join in partnership with us to promote Explore in Ghana.
Guinea
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Guinea.
Guinea Bissau
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Guinea Bissau.
Kenya
Encompassing savannah plains, lake-lands, the dramatic Great Rift Valley and mountain highlands, Kenya is home to a diverse range of wildlife and people groups. Having established a foothold here, in the Western regions, we are connecting one of our Facilitators with the South Sudanese refugee camps in Kenya.
Pray with us
- Thank the Lord for the 12 students who will complete the course this year and will graduate in Kenya.
- Pray that these students will be encouraged to open doors for Explore among their churches.
- Pray for our Facilitation team, Graham and Sally near Bondo, that they might continue training rural pastors.
- Pray for Facilitation training in Kenya in 2024.
Lesotho
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church.
Liberia
Liberia has a high level of English-speaking Christians although there a vast number of indigenous languages spoken. Explore has one trained facilitator in Liberia and he is currently walking 17 pastors through the 1st module, Explore the Bible.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Liberia.
Madagascar
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Madagascar.
Mali
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Mali.
Mauritania
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Mauritius
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Mauritius
Mozambique
One of the largest countries in Africa, Mozambique is also one of its poorest. A staggering 60% of the population live in extreme poverty. Despite these grim statistics, the gospel and church is growing rapidly.
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Pray with us
- For peace in the northern regions, where millitant Islamic terrorists continue to violently persecute Christians.
- For our courageous facilitators to continue their work in the prisons.
- For guidance as we establish a firmer base/hub here.
Malawi
Despite its immense natural beauty and incredible people, Malawi remains one of the poorest countries in the world. Half its population are under 15 years of age, and a staggering 30% of people living in its cities are suffering from HIV or AIDS.
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- Thank God with us that our ministry into prisons continues.
- For ongoing protection, wisdom and favour for our facilitators.
- For real rehabilitation, repentance and transformation amongst both the prisoners and guards enrolled on the Explore course.
Namibia
We plan to reach out to the churches of Namibia to provide Facilitation training in 2023 while at the same time promoting Explore.
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Pray with us
- Pray for partnerships with churches to be fostered.
- Pray for strong facilitators, and cross-deno
Niger
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Niger.
Nigeria
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Democratic Republic of the Nigeria.
Reunion
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Reunion.
Rwanda
Often referred to as the “land of a thousand hills” — Rwanda is famous for its breathtaking scenery. Our work into this land-locked country has enabled us to gain a vital and strategic foothold in the very heart of the continent.
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São Tomé and Príncipe
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of São Tomé and Príncipe.
Senegal
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Senegal.
Seychelles
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Seychelles.
Sierra Leone
We have a number of agreements with Relay Trust, a UK charity working in West Africa. They have created an Explore hub in Freetown and Facilitation training was held there in 2021. Some of the trained Facilitators are working their way through the Explore modules prior to establishing their own Explore groups. We will work in partnership with Relay Trust to be able to take Explore into many areas of Africa where internet is not accessible.
Pray with us
- Pray that the trained facilitators would continue to lay firm foundations that would lead to even wider impact into surrounding countries.
- Pray for Explore facilitated sessions to be included om the Well, Relay Trust’s tool for rural areas.
- Pray for our partners, Alex and Mette that they would be given strength and guidance as they spread the gospel in West Africa
Somalia
Our goal is to have a meaningful presence here by 2027.
Pray with us
- For God to open the doors into many church denominations and groups, provide the right connections and bless our endeavours.
- For partners and facilitators in this country who share our heart to see God’s Word going deeper and the gospel taken wider still. Somalia.
- For the resources we need to meaningfully equip the church of Somalia.
South Africa
The southern-most country in Africa, and the home of GWC and Explore, South Africa. Although facing economic challenges, the country has incredible beaches, mountains and game reserves. Explore has laid down many roots in the country and 4 378 students, over the past 5 years, have had the joy of using it as a discipleship and leadership training school.
In the words of the Rector of one of the larger churches in our denomination; “If we are faithful pastors, we shouldn’t be wanting to give the impression that we are the only ones who can read and understand the Bible – we should empower more people to do that for themselves. The genius of this course, is that it really is all about the Bible, pointing people back to the Scriptures, again and again.”
Pray with us
- For more church leaders from other SA denominations to participate in Explore.
- For our facilitators to remain encouraged.
- For the continued smooth and swift progress of our Explore Modules into Zulu, Xhosa and Afrikaans.
- For a skilled social media / communications person to join our team.
South Sudan
The Episcopal Church of South Sudan, the largest protestant denomination in the country, has indicated an interest in the Explore material. We will be visiting that country soon to establish the need for Facilitation training, which could take place in the last quarter of 2022. There is also an interest from a South Sudanese refugee camp and a college in the Western areas of South Sudan.
Pray with us
- Pray for the planning of a trip to Juba and Aweil in 2022.
- Pray for partnerships to be developed with the ECSS, Bishop Gwynne College, the refugee camp in Moyo, Uganda and with Bishop Allison Theological College in Yei, and the Kajokeje Christian College.
- Pray for travelling mercies for Nevil as he meets with interested parties in South Sudan.
Tanzania
Promotion of Explore in Tanzania commenced a few years back but the course needs to be translated into Swahili before we can launch it. We have aligned with a new translation partner and plan to produce a few modules this year.
Pray with us
- Pray for the translation into Kiswahili to proceed smoothly.
- Pray for our partners in Tanzania to remain patient.
- Pray for facilitation training to be held in 2024.
Togo
The main language spoken in Togo is French and we will offer the course there once we have translated sufficient modules into French. We have one trained Facilitator who will be working with Relay Trust and Explore when the time arrives.
Pray with us
- Pray for the faithful and speedy translation of the Explore material into French.
- P acilitators that they will be ready in 2026 to advance the Explore work in their country.
Uganda
Located at the north end of Lake Victoria in east-central Africa, Uganda has a high proportion of Christians. Over the past year alone, we have trained 30 new facilitators, and 92 students are currently enrolled in Explore studies, and that number is rising. An agreement with the Church of the Province of Uganda to train Facilitators from all 37 dioceses of the church has been signed and the pilot project is on the go. Explore has a hub in Kampala and any local information may be obtained from Rev.
Contact Grace Kavuma at kavumajoram@gmail.com or Eleanor Kwizera at eleanorzera@gmail.com.
Pray with us
- Pray for the training of Facilitators within the Church of Uganda.
- Pray for a partnership with African Enterprise to develop.
- Pray for a partnership with Word of Life ministries to develop.
- Pray for the resources to maintain the development of Explore in Uganda.
Zambia
Surrounded by eight other African countries, Zambia is at the crossroads of Central, Southern and East Africa. Zambia is a Christian country with freedom of religion. Having only recently expanded our reach here, we are proud to be partnering with African Enterprise in this venture.
Pray with us
- Thank the Lord for the partnership that is developing with African Enterprise in Zambia.
- Pray for an administration assistant in Lusaka to help establish the Explore hub.
Zimbabwe
Years of economic hardship has resulted in many Zimbabweans fleeing the country while the country continues to face severe economic challenges and rampant inflation. Explore currently has 5 trained facilitators and 20 students here. It is envisaged that Zimbabwe will, alongside Malawi and Zambia, form the Explore Central region.
Pray with us
- For the equipping of Zimbabwean Explore graduate Darlington, who is currently studying at George Whitefield College.
- For our current Facilitators to raise up more Explore groups.
- For churches outside of REACH Zimbabwe to engage with the Explore course.