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- Opening Ceremony of the Master’s Programme in Diakonia, Social Innovation and Community Development – Protestant University of Central Africa
The Protestant University of Central Africa officially launched its new Master’s programme in Diakonia, Community Development and Social Innovation with an opening ceremony marked by gratitude, diversity, and hope for the future. Out of the ten students admitted to the programme, seven students were present at the ceremony. The cohort reflects a balanced and encouraging… - Empowering Communities Through Sustainable Energy: The EELC Launches Training on Improved Cookstoves
The Environmental Project of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Cameroon (EELC) has launched a remarkable initiative to empower men and women across 20 local communities with practical skills in improved cookstove construction and use. This initiative aims to train 1,000 participants—both men and women—in creating locally made, energy-efficient stoves that significantly reduce firewood consumption. Beyond… - UYT Conference 2025 in Ngaoundéré: Learning from One Another and Building the Future Together
The annual Use Your Talents (UYT) Conference for Central and West Africa will take place from September 22–26, 2025, in Ngaoundéré, Cameroon. This gathering will bring together church leaders, development organizations, and partners around a common goal: valuing local talents and resources to build a sustainable future. Theme: “Use Your Talents: Learning from One Another… - Faith, Assets, and Community: How “Use Your Talents” Transforms Congregations in Madagascar
For a long time, faith-based organizations (FBOs) were overlooked in global development discussions. Today, however, they are increasingly recognized as key actors in the fight against poverty. In the Global South—where resources are often scarce—FBOs play a vital role by mobilizing their members, fostering participation, and empowering communities. One inspiring example is the Use Your… - Planting Seeds of Change: Introducing the Use Your Talents Program at STPL Atsimoniavoko, the Pastoral Seminary of the Malagasy Lutheran Church
Once upon a time, in the highlands of Madagascar, STPL Atsimoniavoko, the Pastoral Seminary of the Malagasy Lutheran Church, stood as a beacon of faith, knowledge, and transformation. For decades, it had shaped countless pastors, preparing them to shepherd their congregations with wisdom and devotion. But in this final year of theological training, something new…