Category: Southern Africa
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Testimony from Zambia
As I look back on the journey of Network 20 in my country, Zambia, since 2021 and across Africa, I feel very thankful for what God is doing on this continent. Young men are growing in their relationships with God. Christopher is one of the young men who has been discipled by Network 20 since…
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Testimony from Zimbabwe
Making disciples is a great task that needs patience and commitment. In making disciples, there are a lot of setbacks. It takes sacrifice to hold on! I am glad that God is using me to disciple young men and bring many disciple-makers to this kingdom work. It is a great joy when souls are being…
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Southern Africa Retreat 2024
We have had a first-ever event! Patrick Milazi, Network 20 Regional Leader Southern Africa, has led the first-ever Network 20 regional retreat, which concluded today. The retreat—hosted by Pastor Maxwell Phiri of South Africa—was held in Johannesburg. Those who participated in the weekend event, included the following Network 20 country leaders—Pastor Lloyd Jarrison (Zimbabwe), Pastor…
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Fully Committed – Testimony
In this month’s equipping series on being a fully committed disciple of Jesus, author Patrick Milazi writes on the topic of “Serving with Passion.” He tells the below story. When I was in secondary school, I struggled to do the work of God. My parents were committed to church and, as a result, I helped…
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Testimony from Botswana
As the pastor of a church In Botswana, especially in the last few months I have thought and prayed about discipling young men. I believe God connected me to the Network 20 movement. The movement has helped me to focus on discipling young men in my community and country. In many ways it has encouraged…
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Zambia Spotlight
In Zambia, many young men struggle with mental health and substance abuse issues. On February 29, 2024, psychiatrist Bernad Chaibela of Livingstone reported on ZNBC News that most of the alcohol abuse is among youths aged 18 to 25. He encouraged those who are struggling with alcohol and substance abuse to seek counseling from the…
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Testimony from Malawi
Network 20 here in Malawi has been a tool and a resource for reaching out and discipling young men. Many young men—approximately 210—have been discipled. The young men who did not know Christ have received Christ as their Lord and Savior. And many who were not attending church have joined churches, and now we are…
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Zambia Spotlight
As the church continues to address the challenges faced by young men in their 20s, it is crucial that we prioritize discipleship as a means of helping them deepen their relationship with God and find purpose in their lives. Through the work of Network 20 International, we have seen the transformative power of discipleship in…
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Zimbabwe Spotlight
In Zimbabwe, young men are the backbone of the church. We need the young men to see the light and become part of God’s family so they may have fruitful lives. The work of discipleship is important because it helps young men know and love Christ. Young men in Zimbabwe suffer from unemployment and other…
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Mozambique Spotlight
Most young men engage in ungodly behavior; therefore, discipling young men cannot be overlooked. As Network 20 disciple-makers in Mozambique, we guide young men toward sound biblical principles, discipline, and a biblical worldview. Now, young men come to church with a fresh perspective on what it means to be a follower of Jesus. Network 20…