Africa Renewal Podcast

Julie Nagadya was once a sponsored student in Africa Renewal's Next Generation Leadership Program. Today she's the Hospital Administrator at Wentz Medical Center, overseeing a network of six clinics across Uganda that serves more than 50,000 patients a year.In this episode, Julie walks through the growth of Renewal Healthcare from a single facility in 2005 to a full system reaching remote communities by boat, road, and mobile medical camp. She describes a patient's full journey through the clinic, shares a story of a birth mother's difficult decision and the staff member who adopted her son, and explains how Renewal Healthcare treats patients of every faith without turning anyone away. She closes with a look at the system's expansion plans, aiming to serve up to 150,000 patients a year, and what partners can do to help equip the new hospital block and fund upcoming medical camps.A conversation about healing, calling, and what it looks like to grow up sponsored by a ministry and come back to lead within it.

Join us as Joanne Kabugo shares her remarkable journey of faith, transformation, and her impactful work with Africa Renewal Uganda. Discover how her personal experiences and dedication are transforming communities and inspiring a cycle of giving and hope.

Pastor Brad Goode shares his inspiring journey from local church ministry to international missions, highlighting the transformative power of global partnerships, adoption stories, and the impact of Africa Renewal Uganda. Discover how personal faith, relationships, and mission trips can enlarge hearts and foster a global church community.

Discover the power of faith and community transformation with Happy Nshuti. From a refugee camp to leading over 283 wells across Africa, Happy's journey shows how a single well can change lives, reducing disease, empowering women, and opening doors for gospel-sharing. In this episode, learn how prayer led to miraculous water finds in North Uganda, turning dry boreholes into life-changing gifts. Hear stories of hope, health, and new churches blooming near wells. Explore how clean water impacts health, education, and evangelism, and find out how you can join this mission through prayer, donations, or travel.

A heartbreaking tragedy shocked Uganda—and the world—when a parent with a knife murdered four innocent children at a local daycare. This episode features Stephen Ssettimba, Chief Ministry Officer at Africa Renewal Uganda, sharing an intimate account of how the Gaba community responded with hope, faith, and relentless compassion amidst unimaginable pain. Discover how faith and unity transformed a scene of horror into a powerful testimony of resilience and collective healing.Join us as we unpack the emotional aftermath of April 2nd, the community’s brave steps toward justice, and the ongoing journey of grief and reconciliation. Stephen shares vivid details of the community mobilization—memorial services attended by thousands, prayers lifted by national and international leaders, and the mobilization of counseling services for traumatized families and church members alike. We break down the spiritual lessons learned: how turning to God in moments of darkness can bring restoration, and how faith sustains even in the face of loss.

In this episode of the Africa Renewal Ministries podcast, host Rob Campbell speaks with Harriet Kisaku, the Director of Community Outreach for ARM Uganda. They discuss the transformative work being done in Uganda, particularly for vulnerable families and refugees. The conversation covers the mission and vision of ARM, the impact of food distribution and nutrition support, spiritual development through church support, urban farming initiatives, and entrepreneurship training. Harriet shares inspiring stories of individuals whose lives have been changed through these programs, highlighting the importance of generosity and community support. The episode concludes with a call to action for listeners to partner with ARM through prayer, mission trips, and financial contributions.

Join host Dr. Rob in an inspiring conversation with Vincent Byamukama, Vice Chancellor of Africa Renewal University (AFRU), as they discuss AFRU's remarkable achievements in 2025 and ambitious plans for 2026. Discover how AFRU is shaping Africa's future through education, with highlights including the launch of the Africa School of Film and Media Arts, a record-breaking graduation, and the introduction of a PhD in Leadership. Learn about the transformative impact of education through personal stories and explore how you can support AFRU's mission. For more information, visit africarenewal.org or contact [email protected].

In this podcast, Ty Bachelor, the United States Board Chairman for Africa Renewal Ministries, shares his journey of discovering the organization and his deep connection to Uganda. He recounts memorable experiences, the impact of adoption on his family, and the mission of Africa Renewal in transforming lives through the gospel. Ty emphasizes the importance of leadership development and the exciting future opportunities for the ministry, while also celebrating the victories achieved over the years.

In this conversation, Jonathan Kagimu shares his journey from being a sponsored child in Uganda to becoming a program officer with Africa Renewal Ministries. He discusses the transformative impact of sponsorship on his life and the lives of others, the unique perspectives he gained from working in both Uganda and the United States, and the importance of education and training in serving communities effectively. 

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Africa Renewal Podcast featuring Henry Muguluma, the Equip Director for Arm Uganda. Henry shares his remarkable journey from being a sponsored child to leading three key ministries within Africa Renewal. Discover how his passion for leadership development and faith has shaped his mission to raise Christ-centered leaders in Uganda and beyond. This episode delves into the transformative impact of programs like the Transformational Leadership Training, Next Generation Leadership Program, and Mobile Bible School, highlighting the power of mentorship and community support in nurturing future leaders. Tune in to hear Henry's heartfelt stories and vision for expanding leadership development across Africa.