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The region is one of the most Muslim-dominated areas in the country. It is precisely here that our partners have been supporting the establishment of new Christian communities for years. From 2021 to 2024, ACP established 69 communities, with 31 more added in 2025. Two-thirds are located in the southeast, where there were previously hardly any Christian structures. Thirty more are planned for 2026.

The work is carried out by local Christians. Many move from cities to smaller villages, first attend seminars on church planting, and then explore possible locations. In five to seven villages, they start simultaneously with discussions, prayer meetings, and small events.

After that, a church planter moves permanently to a village, rents a room, and makes contacts. Discussion groups develop into house groups, and later into meetings in public spaces. If the need grows, a plot of land is sought. Many churches start with simple means: a room made of cement blocks and a corrugated iron roof, usually built by the members themselves, becomes the center of the young church.

This development shows the great willingness of local Christians to take responsibility and share hope in a challenging environment.