how we started
The movement behind African Anglicanism officially coalesced into a focused global initiative through a collaborative effort between Wycliffe Hall, Oxford and Relay Trust.
Driven by a shared vision to elevate African theological voices—particularly at the grassroots level—the movement began with an open Call for Papers that invited scholars, church leaders, and practitioners from across the globe to engage with the unique identity of the African Church.
This rigorous academic foundation directly paved the way for the historic, inaugural African Anglicanism Conference held at Wycliffe Hall from 12–19 September 2026.
By drawing together delegates from fifteen African nations alongside international partners from Australia, Brazil, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, this landmark gathering served as the official catalyst to transform localised theological reflection into a unified, cross-continental movement for future research, leadership training, and missional partnerships.
Who We Are
We are a global network of theologians, church leaders, scholars, and practitioners brought together by a shared vision to strengthen and elevate African theological voices.
Backed by a close partnership with Relay Trust, an organisation dedicated to sustainable church-based training and leadership development across Africa, our movement bridges the gap between academic research and grassroots ministry.
Our identity is shaped by a rich diversity of global perspectives, featuring esteemed contributors such as The Rt Revd Dr Emily Awino Onyango from Kenya, The Revd Steve Muneza representing Burundi and the United Kingdom, The Rt Revd Dr Victor R. Atta-Baffoe from Ghana, and The Most Revd Miguel Uchôa from Brazil.
Together, we are committed to shaping a resilient, locally-rooted future for African Anglicanism that actively contributes to the wider global Church.
our vision
The vision of the African Anglicanism movement is to cultivate a flourishing African Anglican Church that is deeply rooted in its local contexts while actively driving God's global mission.
Rather than relying on external frameworks, the movement is dedicated to empowering local and indigenous agencies to shape the future of theology and church leadership across the continent.
Central to this vision is a commitment to bridging the gap between high-level academic research and the lived realities of the Church at the grassroots.
By elevating diverse African voices—especially those of women and frontline church practitioners—the movement seeks to transform theological reflection into practical action through cross-continental partnerships, localised discipleship, and sustainable leadership development.
Ultimately, it envisions a unified yet beautifully diverse communion where the unique history, worship traditions, and growth patterns of African Christianity can enrich and inspire the global Church.
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From its missionary roots to its powerful global influence today, understand the unique theology, structure, and expression of African Anglicanism.