Photo Gallery: 5th ACABA Gala & BookFest
Impacting Lives with Christian Literature!
Meet All the 2025 Content Awardees
Impacting lives with Christian literature
Disclaimer:
CLC Kenya staff, ACABA Planning Team, Judges, and stakeholders are eligible for nomination to ensure their books are highlighted and receive valuable feedback for improvement. However, apart from the Global Publishers’ Pick Award —which is determined by publishers outside Africa—this category of authors and their books are not eligible to win any awards.
Nevertheless, CLC Kenya/ACABA ensures that these authors and their works receive maximum attention from other partners to support their growth and visibility.
Category 1: The Young (Children, Teens, & Young Adults)
The Young Category
The Awardees Are...
Awardees:
1. Augustine Mulenga, South Africa (Tie)
Book: Robbie the Raven and Debbie the Dove
Book: David, the Great King
1. Florence Mlambo, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Her Legacy Lives
Runners Up:
2. Onthatile Present, South Africa
Book: Sandile’s Big Truck Adventure
3. Kim Schreuder, South Africa
Book: The Mole and the Sparrow
Awardee:
Blessings Kemunto Ongeri, 12 years, KE
Book: Journey Through the Bible
All Young Authors:
1. Amani Muringi Miigua, 12 years, KE
Book: A Shy Boy’s Big Idea
2. Bernice Odhiambo, 12 years, KE
Book: Summer’s Big Move
3. Adorah Odhiambo, 9 years, KE
Book: The Faithful Friend
4. Gabriella Omukhango, 12 years, KE
Book: Kwenda! The Stray Dog
5. Ethan Omukhango, 9 years, KE
Book: Hey! I Am Chef Ethan
Book: Too Close for Comfort
Category 2: The Family (Marriage/Relationships & Parenting)
The Family Category
The Awardees Are...
Awardees:
1. Tafadzwa Rwizi, Zimbabwe(Tie)
Book: Pre-Marital Wisdom
1. Nancy Mwabili, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Hope Unbowed
Runners Up:
2. Achieng Okoth, Kenya
Book: Colours of Life
3. Salome Njau, Kenya
Book: Tears of Love
A Thank You Note: Africa Speaks
Category 3: Men & Women
Men & Women Category
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Titus Otieno, Kenya
Book: Activated Husband
Runners Up:
2. Tsholo Zion, Botswana
Book: It Was Necessary
3. Oluoch Oketch, Kenya
Book: Being a Real Man
Category 4: Business/Finance
Business/Finance Category
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. George Oyuga, Kenya
Book: Dance With My Money
Category 5: Missions, Church & Theology
Missions, Church & Theology Category
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Jemimah Nzola, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Blessed Beginnings
1. Dr. Onkeme Letshwiti, Botswana (Tie)
Book: Fire in the Pulpit
Runners Up
2. Dr. Onkeme Letshwiti, Botswana
Book: Healing Through Truth
3. Sipokazi Somzana, South Africa
Book: Heart of Surrender
Category 6: Special Mentions
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Mabel Marcelene Masigale, Zimbabwe
Book: Healing or Hiding?
Runners Up:
2. Sandile Theo T Mampharing, Botswana
Book: Embracing Dyslexia Dysgraphia in Africa
Awardee – Board Games:
1. Truphie Njiru, Kenya
Book: The Fun Animal Puzzle Book
Awardees – Retirement Planning
1. Dr. John Mbugua, Kenya
Book: Shepherding the Sunset Years for Clergy
1. Dr. Wilson Mbugua, Kenya
Book: Planning for Lifestyle in Retirement
Category 7: Christian Living
The Awardees Are...
Awardees:
1. Stanley Mkhwanazi, Swaziland (Tie)
Book: Redefine Your Worth
1. Samson Njenga, Kenya (Tie)
Book: The Chain of Destiny
Runners Up:
2. Dr. Onkeme Letshwiti, Botswana (Tie)
Book: The Power of Faith-filled Declarations
2. Nessy W. Asega, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Emerge-Power Inside
3. Stephene Mokuye, Nigeria (Tie)
Book: I Choose to Win
3. Bishop GG, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Exhibits of Victory
3. Koketso Jonas, South Africa (Tie)
Book: Love is a Journey
Category 8: Culture & the Arts
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Margaret Kimaiyo, Kenya
Book: The Untold Story of the Turkana Girl
Runners Up:
2. Magdalene Nasimiyu, Kenya
Book: Until My Last Breath
3. Juby Peacock, Botswana (Tie)
Book: The Chronicles of a Peacock
3. Musiime Michele, Uganda (Tie)
Book: Be Still-There is Room for Growth
Category 9: History & Biography
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Mary Gachau, Kenya
Book: Caregivers-The Silent Partners in Cancer Care
Runners Up:
2. Nthabiseng Sethoga, South Africa (Tie)
Book: My Anchor
2. Monica Mueni, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Wind of Change
2. Tariro Dorcas, Zimbabwe (Tie)
Book: That Audacious Hope
3. Simphiwe Kanityi, South Africa (Tie)
Book: In Pursuit of My Father
3. Teteyian Nangurai, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Unbroken-Smiling Beyond Pain
3. Maureen Muhorana, Kenya (Tie)
Book: Through the Valley to the Mountain
Category 10: Leadership
The Awardees Are...
Awardee:
1. Kingston Ogango, Kenya
Book: Mentoring-A Practical Guide for Growing and Developing Leaders
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All Submitted Books in 2025
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The Young Category
**Children Category 0-12 years **Teens Category 13-19 years **Young Adult Category 20-35 years
- All (40)
- Children 0-12 Years
- Teens 13-19 Years
- Young Adults 20-35 Years
Johnny and the Cows By Onthatile Present
Sandiles Big Truck Adventure By Onthatile Present
Robbie The Raven and Debbie The Dove Augustine Kalenga
David The Great King By Augustine Mulenga
The Fun Animal Puzzle Book By Truphie Njiru & Wangechi Githaiga
(PT) Life Lessons from Missionaries: David Livingstone By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) Life Lessons from Missionaries: Hudson Taylor Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) Life Lessons from Missionaries: George Muller By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) The Life of a Missionary By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
The Mole and the Christmas Wish By Kim Schreuder
The Mole and the Sparrow By Kim Schreuder
SOKO short stories By Lydia Gachery
(PT) Mungai Learns to Reduce Waste By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) Mungai the Pet Owner By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
Journey through the Bible By Blessing Ongeri
A Shy Boy’s Big Idea By Amani Muringi
Adia’s Adventure By Audrey Spaulding
(PT) Summer’s Big Move By Bernice Odhiambo
(PT) The Faithful Friend By Adora Odhiambo
(PT) Too Close for Comfort By Ethan Imara Omukhango
(PT) Hey, I Am Ethan By Ethan Imara Omukhango
(PT) Kwenda, the Stray Dog By Gabriella Omukhango
Brave Eyes on the Roof Top By Miss Kay
(PT) Max and Mia’s Morning Dilemma: Wise Choices in Life By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) The Narrow Path: Kofi’s Journey of Choices By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) The Self Reflection Book By Adnah McKenna
Bidah: The Creative One By Aileen Munene
(PT) The Story of Faraja By Patrick Omukhango
Wonderfully Made Me By Catherine Ruhweza
(PT) Mungai Cleans Nairobi River By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
(PT) God-Given Gifts for Teens By Abiah Omukhango
(PT) Spanner Boy By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
Face to Face: Navigating Adulthood! By Jesse Ndungo
There Is God By Pauline Serite
True Love Waits By Patrick Makewa
Your Story Can Change! By Peggy Lubinda
My Strong Tower 2: In the midst of the storm By Huberta Aba Geker
Naked Truth About Sex By David Njeru
Her Legacy Lives by Florence Mghoi Mlambo
Study to Win By Peggy Lubinda
A Heart For The Youth By Gerald Ayebale
Yes Lord! By Faith N. Mathenge
The Family Category
**Marriage/Relationships Category **Parenting Category
- All (12)
- Marriage/Relationships
- Parenting
Unassailed By Jumoke Akinjide
Hope Unbowed By Nancy Mwabili
Mr Brown Eyes: The Love That Found Me By Onthatile Present
Pre-marital Wisdom: What You need to know before you say I Do Tafadzwa Chihwayi Rwizi
Redefining Singlehood: Shining and Thriving in Single Life By Mary Gachau
Colours of Life by Achieng Okoth
Unmasking LGBTQ By Ernest Wamboye
Tears of Love: Navigating Life After Loss Of A Spouse By Salome Njau
Knot So Tight by Victor Adimo
(PT) Snare Marriages By Patrick Omukhango
Blessed Beginnings By Jemimah Nzola
(PT) Parenting Samson By Patrick Omukhango
(PT) A Girl’s Fathers By Dr. Muthoni Omukhango
Men and Women Category
**Men Category **Women Category
- All (7)
- Men
- Women
Being a Real Man By Oluoch Oketch
Deborah’s Letters to Barak: 28 Conversations By Munenyashaishe Hove
Activated Husband By Titus Otieno
It Was Necessary By Tsholo Kgwalabatlhe
It Was Conviction By Tsholofelo Zion
God’s End Time Weapon By Jeanne Lidigu
I Ain’t Leah By Melody Banda
Business/Finance Category
**Business/Finance Category
- All (2)
- Business/Finance
Surrendered to Rise By Patricia Malika
Dance With My Money By George Oyuga
Snare Jobs By Patrick Omukhango
Missions, Church & Theology Category
**Evangelism/Apologetics Category **Biblical Studies/Devotionals Category **Missions/Global **Church/Pastoral Leadership Category **Theology/Ethics Category
- All (10)
- Evangelism/Apologetics
- Biblical Studies/Devotionals
- Missions/Global
- Church/Pastoral Leadership
- Theology/Ethics
Drip: A Book on Discipleship and Soulwinning By Kamaliki Ted Kalani
The Vision of God By Joseph Kilonzi
The Devouring Fire By Munashe Sibanda
Heart Of Surrender: Moments With Daddy By Sipokazi Somzana
40 Days of a Silent Walk By Jane Wangeci
Quiet Times With Jesus By Nweke Christian Ikechukwu
End of the Age and Biblical Prophecies By Abraham Kimathi
Fire In The Pulpit By Dr. Onkeme Letshwiti
Healing Through Truth By Dr. Onkeme Letshwiti
Shepherding the Sunset Years for Clergy By Dr. John Mbugua (hc)
Special Mentions Category
**Christians in the Seven Nations ***Mental Health
- All (7)
- Other Disciplines
- Mental Health
With God I’m Able Not Disabled By Sandile Theo T. Mampharing
Embracing Dyslexia Dysgraphia in Africa By Sandile Theo T. Mampharing
Think or Shrink: Explore Your Mind to Expand Your Life By Lehlohonolo Lucas Mazindo
Managing Stress: Power over Overwhelming Thoughts and Feelings By Tafadzwa Chihwayi Rwizi
A Simplified Guidebook on Handling Depression in the Workplace By Naghea Hagodana Daido
Healing or Hiding? By Mabel Marcelene Masigale
A Post-COVID South Africa: Living With Scars By Dr. Patrick Mncedisi Diniso
Christian Living Category
**Christian Living Category
- All (21)
- Christian Living
The Power of Knowing Yourself by Makamohelo Raphuthing
The Power of Faith-Filled Declarations By Onkeme Letshwiti
The Art of Brilliance By Nonofo Jesse
Become Successful Today By Onkeme Letshwiti
In Pursuit of Righteousness by Fredrick G. Omondi
The Silence That Broke The Walls of Jericho by Dr. Patience Itai Hove
Infant Church by Celestine Ajiambo
From a Branch to an Arrow by Dr Patience Itai Hove
The Chain of Destiny By Samson Njenga
10 times better By Faith Sanda
I Choose To Win: Activate The Winner In You by Stephen Mokuye
Bullets for Breakthroughs - Bishop GG
Exhibits of Victory- Bishop GG
The Comeback Code: Unlocking Resilience By Simpson Mukonoweshuro
Planning for Lifestyle in Retirement By Wilson Mbugua
Nurturing Thanksgiving Everyday by Valerian Vanessa Nandujja
Love is a Journey John 3:16 By koketso Jonas
Emerge: Power Inside by Nessy W. Asega
Redefine Your Worth By Stanely Mkhwanazi
Watch Out For Laban By Melody Banda
Good Stewardship by Bishop Dr. Keoagile Cain Malizimba & Prof. Madei Mangori
Building the Missing Church By Benjamin Kamau
Culture Category
**Culture and the Arts Category **Poetry Category **Christian Fiction Category
- All (12)
- Culture and the Arts
- Poetry
- Christian Fiction
The Untold Story of the Turkana Girl By Margaret Chigunzi Kimaiyo
A Must Adventure to the Pearl of Africa By Moses Aluonzi Alaka
When the Mulberry Trees are Uprooted By Babalwa Fatyi
New Horizons Poems By Maria Kegode
The Chronicles of a Peacock By Juby Peacock
Greetings from my Core By Babalwa Fatyi
Getting Grey By Mpumi Kalimashe
Divided heart By Jaclyn Theo Moses
Be Still: There’s Room for Growth By Musiime Michelle
Until My Last Breath: An Abandoned Devotion By Magdalene Nasimiyu
Adventures of Koko By Enjema Ngende
Tears Of an Orphan By Francis Muriithi Njue
History and Biography Category
**History Category **Biography/Memoir Category
- All (18)
- History
- Biography/Memoir
Love Beyond For Country By Patrick Maina
In Pursuit of My Father By Simphiwe Kanityi
Breaking the Barriers:Empowered Girlchild By Evelyne Mwakina
No Crib for a Bed By Sipho Khuzwayo
The Audacious Hope: The Journey Tariro Dorcas
Ink and Inspiration: My Journey as a Writer By Onkeme Letshwiti
Wind of Change Monica Mueni
50 Years of Faithfulness: A Journey of Unfailing Love and Compassion By Fred S.M . Kawuma
Party Girl to Church Girl Dr. Emily Bagarukayo
Caregivers: The Silent Partners in Cancer Care By Mary Gachau
My Anchor By Nthabiseng Sethoga
Unbroken-Smiling Beyond The Pain By Teteyian Nangurai
Woman Fire Grace By Rebecca Makyeli
Unlocking Potential Mary Ujeo Consolate
Free Bird Rising: A Memoir of Adversity and Triumph By Terry Wafula
I Am Number 7 By Haroldene Tshienda
Embrace Your Wounds and Realize Your Purpose By Gemima Nontsikelelo Phalane
Through the Valley to the Mountain By Maureen Muhorana
Leadership Category
**Leadership Category **Politics Category **Public Life Category
- All (2)
- Leadership
- Politics
- Public Life
Mentoring: A Practical Guide for Growing and Developing Leaders By Kingston Ogango
