There’s a powerful wave sweeping across the continent of Africa—a spiritual awakening that cannot be ignored. Stadiums are being filled, streets are echoing with worship, and lives are being transformed by the Gospel of Jesus Christ. What we’re witnessing is nothing short of revival.
But what is revival, really?
Revival is when the fire of God ignites the hearts of men once again. It’s not just about packed venues and emotional services. It’s about dead hearts coming alive. It’s about the Church being reawakened to her mission. It’s the breath of God bringing life where there was once spiritual dryness. Revival reminds us that the Great Commission is not just a historical mandate—it’s a present reality. Jesus’ words in Matthew 28:19-20 still echo with divine urgency: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Evangelists play a critical role in fulfilling this commission. Ephesians 4:11-12 tells us that when Christ ascended, He gave gifts to the Church—apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Evangelists, in particular, are like divine sparks. They stir up the fire in the hearts of men and women, leading them to salvation and pointing them to their purpose in Christ. Through their bold preaching, signs, and wonders, they lead multitudes out of darkness into the marvelous light.
Let’s take a look at three evangelists who are leading large-scale revivals across Africa, impacting millions of lives and shaking nations with the Gospel.
1. Bishop Dag Heward-Mills – United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches (UD-OLGC)
Bishop Dag Heward-Mills is a name that has become synonymous with mass evangelism in Africa. With a ministry rooted in prayer, sacrifice, and an unshakeable passion for souls, Bishop Dag has led some of the largest healing Jesus crusades ever witnessed on the continent. As the founder of the United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches, he has built one of the most expansive networks of churches that span over 100 countries.
His Healing Jesus Campaigns are nothing short of miraculous. These open-air crusades draw hundreds of thousands of people—many of whom are hearing the Gospel for the very first time. From dusty village grounds to major city arenas, people gather in faith, and they leave forever changed. Documented miracles include the blind receiving their sight, the lame walking, deaf ears popping open, and demonic oppressions broken instantly. But the greatest miracle, as Bishop Dag always emphasizes, is the salvation of a soul.
To date, the Healing Jesus Campaign has seen millions of decisions for Christ. And what sets his ministry apart is its sustainability. His team doesn’t just preach and leave—they plant churches. Local pastors are trained, and new believers are discipled, ensuring the revival doesn’t die out but continues to grow.
Bishop Dag’s evangelistic fire has reignited the heart of the African Church. He has reminded us that evangelism is not optional—it’s the heartbeat of the Church. Through his books, especially “The Art of Soul Winning” and “Transform Your Pastoral Ministry,” he equips both clergy and laypeople to take up the mantle of evangelism. His influence has birthed a new generation of soul winners who are not afraid to go to the highways and byways with the Gospel.
2. Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke (Legacy carried by Daniel Kolenda) – Christ for All Nations (CfaN)
Although Evangelist Reinhard Bonnke passed on to glory in 2019, the revival fires he lit in Africa continue to blaze through the work of his successor, Evangelist Daniel Kolenda. Together, under the ministry of Christ for All Nations (CfaN), they have recorded over 84 million documented decisions for Christ—a staggering number that points to the sheer scale of their impact.
Bonnke was famously called the “Billy Graham of Africa,” but even that doesn’t fully capture the spiritual footprint he left. His crusades would sometimes gather over a million people in a single night. Cities like Lagos, Abuja, and Blantyre saw unprecedented crowds, and the results were awe-inspiring. People didn’t just come—they were healed, delivered, and saved in massive numbers. Dead people were reportedly raised during some of the meetings, and the presence of God was often so tangible that entire regions would experience peace and transformation.
What made Bonnke—and now Kolenda—so effective was their focus on the simplicity of the Gospel. They preached Christ crucified, risen, and coming again. No fluff, no gimmicks—just the raw power of the Gospel, backed by prayer and fasting. And God confirmed their word with signs and wonders, just as He promised in Mark 16:20.
The CfaN team is also deeply committed to follow-up and discipleship. After each crusade, new converts are connected with local churches and given materials to grow in their faith. Their Operation Decapolis initiative now runs multiple crusades in different cities simultaneously, continuing the legacy of mass evangelism at a scale Africa has never seen before.
Through this ministry, Africa has come to see that revival is not a passing cloud—it’s a flood that can change generations. Their obedience to the Great Commission has inspired evangelists, pastors, and believers across the continent to believe God for the impossible.
3. Prophet Uebert Angel – Spirit Embassy: The Good News Church
Prophet Uebert Angel, the founder of Spirit Embassy: The Good News Church, is another powerful voice ushering revival across Africa. Though sometimes categorized more within the prophetic movement, his ministry’s evangelistic thrust is undeniable. He has managed to blend signs, wonders, and a clear Gospel message in a way that attracts multitudes—especially the youth and unreached.
His crusades are marked by an electrifying atmosphere where the supernatural becomes natural. Instant healings, prophetic words, accurate words of knowledge, and even creative miracles are regular occurrences. In one of his campaigns in Zimbabwe, entire hospitals reported that patients had walked out healed during his crusades. In South Africa, blind eyes opened, tumors vanished, and broken lives were restored. But again, as Prophet Angel often reminds his followers, the greatest miracle is salvation.
Thousands have come to Christ through his meetings, and what’s remarkable is how his influence spans across media as well. Through television, social media, and now metaverse platforms, he’s taking the Gospel into the digital streets, reaching millions who may never step into a church building. His outreach has redefined what evangelism looks like in the 21st century.
Prophet Angel also places a heavy emphasis on raising disciples. His mentorship programs, Bible schools, and leadership conferences equip believers to walk in their calling and function in the gifts of the Spirit. He believes that every believer is called to be a minister of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18), and he’s determined to see that reality unfold across Africa.
By reviving both the Word and the Spirit in his meetings, Prophet Angel has brought fresh wind to the African Church. His ministry stands as proof that revival is not confined to one style—it can look different but still carry the same power of the cross and the resurrection.
The Bigger Picture: A Continent on Fire
Africa is not just witnessing revival—it is living in it. Across fields, cities, and nations, the fire of God is burning, and multitudes are running toward the cross of Jesus Christ. This is more than just large gatherings or emotional services. What we’re seeing is a tangible demonstration that the Great Commission is still alive and well. When Jesus said in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you,” He wasn’t speaking in the past tense. That call is still ringing in our ears today, and these evangelists are answering it with boldness and obedience.
Revival is God’s response to a dry and thirsty land. It’s His way of reminding us that He’s not finished with the Church. In fact, He’s just getting started. Through evangelists like Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, Daniel Kolenda, and Prophet Uebert Angel, we see the Ephesians 4:11 mandate in action. Evangelists are not entertainers or motivational speakers—they are divine gifts given to perfect the saints and prepare them for their calling. They bring the Gospel to the unsaved and reignite purpose in the saved. They are the bridge between a dying world and the living hope we have in Christ.
The fruit speaks for itself. Millions of souls have come to Christ. Countless miracles have occurred—blind eyes opened, deaf ears healed, demons cast out, and hearts transformed. But even more, churches are being planted, leaders are being raised, and the Body of Christ is growing stronger. These aren’t isolated events—they are ripples in a wave of divine activity that is washing over the entire continent.
Africa is not being overlooked; Africa is being anointed. These revivals are not just about what’s happening now—they’re a prophetic picture of what God is preparing globally. If revival can sweep through nations here, it can sweep through any part of the world. The harvest is indeed plentiful, and these evangelists are showing us that the laborers, when empowered by the Holy Spirit, can still shake the earth for God.
So wherever you are—whether you preach from a pulpit or share Christ at your workplace—know this: revival begins with obedience. Let’s take our place in this great move of God. The fire is spreading. Don’t just watch it—be part of it.