May

16

Family Birthdays

Our coaches are very special and a critical asset to the success of our AIDS prevention program. If it weren’t for them, we couldn’t teach the youth of Qwa Qwa! We appreciate all that they do, and strive... Read more

May

14

Meet the Staff: Irene

Irene Mamohapi Ramakatene
Job at Thrive: Limakatso Disabled Center Director
Hometown: Qwa Qwa, South Africa

What do you like best about your job?
Working with kids is a blessing to me. I find many times I learn more from them than they learn... Read more

May

12

Meet Pat

One student in our LaunchPad discipleship classes has stood out as a young man who truly wants to grow in God. Pat (whose Sesotho name is Bongani) has attended his Foundations of Faith class consistently since it started in February... Read more

Every minute a South African dies of HIV

Leadership SummitThat’s how raw and real the AIDS pandemic is. And that’s why it’s so urgent that we do something about it.

We believe the only way to turn the tide is by training the next generation to lead Godly and moral lives. We teach weekly classes in public schools using our own Bible-based and culturally-compelling curriculum, with a primary focus on abstinence as the only guaranteed method of AIDS prevention. Our classes are taught by coaches, young Africans with a heart to change their nation.

Read more about our AIDS prevention program.

Where in Africa are we?

Our mission base is located in Harrismith, South Africa, where we minister to the Basotho (pronounced “ba-soo-too”) tribe living throughout Intabazwe and Qwa Qwa.

 

Who is Thrive Africa

Thrive Africa’s vision is to disciple believers, equip leaders, and strengthen the church in Southern Africa. We accomplish this through AIDS prevention, pastoral development,
discipleship classes, youth camps,
mission trips, and more.

 

 

Recent Photos
  • Intern Trip to Botswana
  • AIDS Prevention Program

Our Photo Gallery has over 2,000 pics!

 

 

Word on the Street

“Thrive Africa gets it! Niel and Alece understand that the future of the Church is developing young, emerging leaders, and that’s what they are doing.”
Steve Andrews, Lead Pastor
Kensington Community Church, Michigan

“Thrive Africa gives young people an opportunity to live a life that most only ponder. Through the various aspects of their vision, young adults are allowed to soar in the giftings that God has set within them.”
Jodie Stehouwer, Pastor
Resurrection Life Church Mid-Michigan