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The Tide Ministry to Participate in 2025 AbR Media Continental Convention

October 13, 2025

This October, The Tide® ministry will join multiple like-minded delegates at the annual AbR Media Continental Convention. This year’s convention is being hosted at the Lavigerie Missionary Centre in Kigali, Rwanda. A delegation from The Tide headquarters in the USA, along with six of our partner ministry leaders from Cameroon, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe, will attend this annual gathering that unites Christian media workers from across Africa.

AbR Media is a dynamic network of local, regional, and international media associates working together to share the gospel throughout Africa. The mission of AbR Media is rooted in relevance and focuses on remaining attentive to the unique cultural contexts of Sub-Saharan Africa and embracing new forms of media to reach younger generations. With nearly 40% of Africa’s population under the age of 25, this focus is both strategic and urgent.

The annual convention provides a rich opportunity for participants to learn, worship, and grow together. Delegates engage in teaching sessions, panel discussions, ministry showcases, and networking opportunities. With all sessions offered in both English and French, the convention fosters unity across linguistic and cultural lines. The goal is to better understand what God is doing across the continent and to discern how we can faithfully respond to His call.

For The Tide ministry, sending our partners to this convention aligns with our guiding principle of leadership development, and is an investment in their ongoing ministry. Leaders from Mozambique and Zimbabwe have attended in past years and returned with fresh encouragement, stronger connections, and new ideas to incorporate into their operations. This will be the first time for our Cameroon team to participate, and to meet their counterparts from Mozambique and Zimbabwe. These gatherings allow our international partners not only to benefit from training and resources, but also to fellowship with one another and with other gospel-driven media ministries serving Africa.

The average cost for each delegate to travel, lodge, and participate in the convention is $1,350. As part of Pastor Appreciation Month, we are inviting friends and supporters to consider sponsoring these international radio pastors so they can attend. Your gift is a tangible way to express gratitude to those faithfully proclaiming the Good News through radio and media ministry in challenging environments.

By helping resource our partners, you are ensuring they remain encouraged, equipped, and connected to the wider body of Christ. Together, we can celebrate what God is doing across Africa and continue to share His Word with those who are still waiting to hear.