The Seventh-day Adventist Church’s mission in Africa began in the 1860s with pioneers like Hannah More. Official missionaries arrived in South Africa by 1887, overcoming challenges such as diseases and cultural resistance. Today, the church has over 10 million members, addressing contemporary issues like polygamy and youth engagement while leveraging technology and community development to enhance its mission.
New Book Releases from ASDASG: Insights into Evangelism and Membership Retention in Sub-Saharan Africa
The Adventist University of Africa announces the release of pivotal studies by the Africa Seventh-day Adventist Study Group, led by Professor Sampson Nwaomah. These reports explore Evangelism Strategies, Conversion Patterns, and Membership Retention in Sub-Saharan Africa, providing vital insights to enhance outreach and engagement within the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Ella Smith Simmons Delivers Inspiring Inaugural Public Lecture at Adventist University of Africa
In a momentous event that captivated the audience with profound insights and wisdom, Ella Smith Simmons, a former General Vice President of General Conference in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, delivered the Inaugural Public Lecture at Adventist University of Africa.
Installation of New University Chancellor
AUA installed Dr. Harrington Akombwa as its new Chancellor at a celebration attended by church officials and University staff.
Call for Papers – 5th Seminary Biannual Conference
Submit an abstract of between 200-300 words by March 17, 2023 to tsconference@aua.ac.ke
Appointment of New Deans
The University Council recently appointed Dr Feliks Ponyatovskiy and Dr Lossan Bonde as the deans for the Theological Seminary (TS) and School of Postgraduate Studies (SPS) respectively.