ABOUT AFRICA RENEWAL
In 1990, Pastor Peter Kasirivu looked around his community in Gaba, Uganda, and saw deep need. Many families lacked access to education, healthcare, and the message of the gospel. Moved by compassion and faith, he began a ministry through Gaba Community Church to bring practical help and spiritual hope to the people around him.
What started as one pastor’s response to local need has grown into Africa Renewal—a movement transforming lives and communities across Uganda. Today, seven affiliated ministries serve more than 30 communities through programs that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. Over the years, Africa Renewal has planted 1000+ churches, trained 3,500+ leaders, and helped more than 15,000 children access education, healthcare, and discipleship.
Through Africa Renewal, lives are being changed every day. Children are learning and thriving. Young adults are gaining skills and earning degrees. Pastors are being equipped to lead with wisdom and care. Families, communities, and global partners are witnessing what renewal truly looks like—hope restored and lives transformed through Christ.
What started as one pastor’s response to local need has grown into Africa Renewal—a movement transforming lives and communities across Uganda. Today, seven affiliated ministries serve more than 30 communities through programs that nurture the body, mind, and spirit. Over the years, Africa Renewal has planted 1000+ churches, trained 3,500+ leaders, and helped more than 15,000 children access education, healthcare, and discipleship.
Through Africa Renewal, lives are being changed every day. Children are learning and thriving. Young adults are gaining skills and earning degrees. Pastors are being equipped to lead with wisdom and care. Families, communities, and global partners are witnessing what renewal truly looks like—hope restored and lives transformed through Christ.
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AFRICA RENEWAL'S MODEL
MEET THE TEAM
U.S. Board
Pastor Peter Kasirivu
Founder
Ty Batchelor Board Chair
Board Chairman/Treasurer
Richard Lopez
Secretary
Adam Kimball
Development Director
Chris Morris
Director
Michelle Hotchkiss
Director
Holly Linders
Director
Uganda Leadership Team
Peter James Kasirivu
CEO/President
Ronnie Kavuma
Executive Director
Stephen Ssettimba
Child Development Director
Harriet Kisaku
Director of Community Outreach
Henry Muguluma
Director of Leadership Development
U.S. Office Team
Dr. Rob Campbell
Executive Director
Susan Kaars-Sypesteyn
Operations Director
Kayla TenBrink
Financial Coordinator + Compliance Analyst
Ashley Huerta
Marketing and Engagement Coordinator
Jonathan Kagimu
Engagement + Mission Partnerships Coordinator (Fellowship)
Ryan Lewis
Programs + Sponsorships Impact Coordinator
Marzena Carrizales
Donor Relations + Donor Care Specialist
Bennett Cowen
Donor Relations + Donor Care Specialist
Alexis Schmid
Renewal Healthcare Donor Relations + Donor Care Specialist