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About YWAM Herald

WHO
WE ARE

YWAM Herald exists at the dynamic intersection of ancient faith and modern innovation. We believe that Africa is not just a mission field, but a soaring mission force. Through visual media, digital technology, and high-fidelity storytelling, we build bridges of transformation, train young visionaries, and mobilize leaders to carry the hope of Christ to their own continent and the ends of the earth.

Herald

Weareacreativemissionwhopartnerswithministriestoturnvisionsintodigitalimpact.Wefocusonboldstorytelling,thoughtfuldesign,andglobaloutreach.

About Herald

Since 2018, our team has guided hundreds of pioneers through Africa's unique mission frontiers, from remote villages to digital classrooms.

Explore Africa's frontiers with schools designed for all calling levels. Each phase includes local mentors, community immersion, and dynamic media workshops.

Mentorship Included
5-Month Schools
Frontier Outreach
Frontier Explore

Frontier Explore

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Stories and moments from missionaries who explored Africa's call with us.

6+years of pioneering
1200+equipped leaders
15+active fields
100%kingdom focus
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Why Choose Us

Why pioneers
choose Herald

Every school and project we lead is built on a deep discipleship foundation, a boundary-breaking pioneering spirit, and sustainable, long-term global impact.

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Indigenous Expertise

Guided by leaders who grew up in the field, knowing the local languages, cultures, and strategic gateways.

Accredited Training

Certified by the University of the Nations (UofN) for cross-cultural missions and leadership development.

Community & Partnerships

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+30 ministries

Working hand-in-hand with local churches and international ministries to sustain long-term transformation.

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Meet The Minds
Behind The Work

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At YWAM Herald®, we bring together storytellers, designers, editors, and mission builders to craft bold, thoughtful digital experiences made with care and curiosity.

Over 100 Fields

12 Countries Over World

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400+

Ministry Partners

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Stories, campaigns, and training moments launched worldwide.

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Pioneers of the Vision

Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated missionaries, educators, and creative directors guiding YWAM Herald's training and mercy ministry operations across Africa.

Dr. Joshua Mpinga
Leadership

Dr. Joshua Mpinga

YWAM Herald Executive Director

YWAM Herald Executive Director

Dr. Joshua Mpinga

"Africa is not just a mission field, but a soaring mission force."

Joshua has over 22 years of experience leading cross-cultural missions and pioneering evangelism teams in East and Southern Africa. He oversees the strategic execution of our digital media initiatives and coordinates partnerships with national churches to reach unreached communities.

Sarah Jenkins
DTS

Sarah Jenkins

Discipleship Training School (DTS) Director

Discipleship Training School (DTS) Director

Sarah Jenkins

"Discipleship is not a curriculum, it's a life shared."

Sarah is passionate about mobilizing young adults into their unique kingdom calling. Having staffed DTS programs globally, she now manages classroom modules, small group discipleship frameworks, and coordinates field outreach logistics across our various African locations.

Emmanuel Adebayo
Missions

Emmanuel Adebayo

Missions & Outreach Director

Missions & Outreach Director

Emmanuel Adebayo

"True love is seen in active mercy and radical presence."

Emmanuel leads our remote outreach expeditions and mercy ministry deployments. With deep roots in community health, he ensures our field teams are equipped to serve vulnerability physically—through clean water and medical clinics—while sharing the hope of Christ spiritually.

Chloe Chen
Media

Chloe Chen

Media & Digital Missions Director

Media & Digital Missions Director

Chloe Chen

"Every nation has a voice, every tribe has a story."

Chloe leads YWAM Herald's creative studio, utilizing graphic design, video production, and visual storytelling to document what God is doing across Africa. She coordinates communications training classes to help African youth raise their voices through modern media.

Grace Mukasa
Missions

Grace Mukasa

Community Development Lead

Community Development Lead

Grace Mukasa

"Sustainable transformation begins when we seed dignity."

Grace holds a degree in agricultural economics and oversees our sustainable farming, vocational training, and youth empowerment projects. She designs and implements local enterprise courses that transition unreached villages into thriving, self-sufficient communities.

David Sterling
Operations

David Sterling

Finance & Operations Director

Finance & Operations Director

David Sterling

"Stewardship is the engine that translates vision into lasting legacy."

David brings 15 years of accounting experience to YWAM Herald. He is responsible for managing our budget, ensuring full 501(c)(3) tax compliance, overseeing capital investments, and providing complete financial transparency and audited reports to our donor network.

PIONEERING FRONTIERS

Built to Empower, Trained to Mobilize

We deploy dynamic creative media, theological training, and strategic resource pipelines to catalyze indigenous movements across Africa.

THE FUTURE

Our Vision

A fully transformed Africa, where communities are restored, young leaders are empowered, and a vibrant missionary force is launched from the continent to the ends of the earth.

OUR FOCUS

Our Mission

To know God and to make Him known. We are committed to expressing His truth through bold, high-fidelity digital media, creative training, and hands-on pioneering outreach.

HOW WE WORK

Our Strategy

Pioneering digital bridges that link frontier ministries, equipping indigenous storytellers, and building deep, collaborative partnerships across international fields.

Foundational Creed

What We Believe

YWAM Herald operates globally on core biblical principles. Here is an overview of the statements of faith that anchor our mission work across Africa.

God and Jesus

Belief in the triune God and the divinity of Jesus Christ.

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The Holy Spirit

The renewing work of the Spirit in empowering believers.

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Salvation by Grace

A free gift through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ.

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Scripture

The inspired, infallible word of God as our ultimate guide.

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The Great Commission

Our call to make disciples of all nations.

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Unity of the Church

Belief in the spiritual unity of all true believers.

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Got Questions?

Common Inquiries

Rooted in Foundational Values.

YWAM operates globally under 18 key biblical principles that guide how we live, serve, and express the Gospel. Explore our core DNA.

Explore Our 18 Values