Arise Africa
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<div class="vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-div"> <p><span class="font-bold">Stand up to violent persecution w</span>ith Sub-Saharan Africa’s churches.</p> <p>Did you know that out of every 10 Christians murdered for their faith globally, a staggering nine lose their lives in Sub-Saharan Africa? This is a crisis that demands immediate attention!</p> <p>Christians in this region are facing unprecedented persecution. In our upcoming podcast series, we will expose the harsh realities faced by believers in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central Africa, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Mozambique, and Sudan. These courageous individuals are begging us for support in their fight against persecution.</p> <p><strong>Arise Africa</strong>, an initiative by Open Doors in partnership with the Association of Evangelicals in Africa, is urgently calling on the global community to recognize the dignity and worth of Christians and other vulnerable groups in Sub-Saharan Africa. It's imperative that you take a stand! Sign the <a href="https://www.opendoors.org.za/arise-africa-petition/" title="Sign today" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Arise Africa Petition</strong></a> and make your voice heard today!</p> <p></p> </div>
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July 24, 2026
Ethiopia: Faith that survives the fire
In this Arise Africa episode, we turn to Ethiopia, ranked 36th on the Open Doors World Watch List 2026, there is a rising trend of radicalisation. Persecution in Ethiopia is complicated because it varies according to the type of Christian and where they live. What is consistent is that we have heard that there is an increase in severe hostility where Christians face mob violence, and sometimes death. You can make a difference today. Join thousands standing in solidarity with persecuted believers across Africa by signing the Arise Africa Petition at opendoors.org.za/arise-africa-petition
April 17, 2026
Mozambique’s Hidden Battle: Hope Amid Extremism
7th Episode: Ranked number 39 on the World Watch List 2026, Mozambique is a nation of vibrant faith – yet growing fragility. While over half the population identifies as Christian, believers in the northern Cabo Delgado province face relentless violence from Islamic extremist groups, some linked to the Islamic State. Churches have been burned, homes destroyed, and families torn apart. In some areas, Christians – especially converts from Islam – must keep their faith secret for fear of abduction, execution, or rejection. In this episode, we uncover what life is really like for the Church in Mozambique. Why has persecution intensified, even as the country dropped two places on the list? What is happening in Cabo Delgado? And how are believers responding in the face of overwhelming pressure and staggering violence? Through powerful stories, including voices like who risked everything to stand firm in his faith, we explore both the cost of discipleship and the resilience of hope. Join us as we look beyond the headlines and discover how the Church in Mozambique continues to endure – and why their story matters to us all. You can make a difference today. Join thousands standing in solidarity with persecuted believers across Africa by signing the Arise Africa Petition at opendoors.org.za/arise-africa-petition
April 17, 2026
How The Church Is Standing Strong In Burkina Faso
In the sixth Arise Africa episode, we turn to Burkina Faso, ranked 16 on the Open Doors World Watch List 2026, where Christians face extreme persecution amid a collapse of state authority. Islamic extremist groups dominate large areas, carrying out violent attacks, burning churches, destroying homes and displacing entire communities. With a violence score of 96.7%, believers—especially those who leave Islam to follow Jesus—are at severe risk. We speak to Open Doors speaker, Laafi Bala, who share stories of resilience, including how they continue to minister despite devastating loss in the west of Africa. Listen, learn, and act – because silence is not an option. Sign the Arise Africa Petition today opendoors.org.za/arise-africa-petition
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- What is Arise Africa?
<div class="vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-div"> <p><span class="font-bold">Stand up to violent persecution w</span>ith Sub-Saharan Africa’s churches.</p> <p>Did you know that out of every 10 Christians murdered for their faith globally, a staggering nine lose their lives in Sub-Saharan Africa? This is a crisis that demands immediate attention!</p> <p>Christians in this region are facing unprecedented persecution. In our upcoming podcast series, we will expose the harsh realities faced by believers in Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central Africa, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Mozambique, and Sudan. These courageous individuals are begging us for support in their fight against persecution.</p> <p><strong>Arise Africa</strong>, an initiative by Open Doors in partnership with the Association of Evangelicals in Africa, is urgently calling on the global community to recognize the dignity and worth of Christians and other vulnerable groups in Sub-Saharan Africa. It's imperative that you take a stand! Sign the <a href="https://www.opendoors.org.za/arise-africa-petition/" title="Sign today" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Arise Africa Petition</strong></a> and make your voice heard today!</p> <p></p> </div> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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