Category: Nominees 2025

Travelling over 2,300 kilometres from Botswana to Kenya is more than a physical journey—it is an act of faith. When Dr. Onkeme, a publisher-author of over 40 books, stepped out in obedience to attend the ACABA Gala, he carried expectation, prayer, and trust in God. His emotional win for Fire in the Pulpit reminds us that God honours long obedience in the same direction, turning small faithful steps into moments that echo in eternity.

Meet Blessings Ongeri—MABB Brand Ambassador for Eldoret and Content of the Year Awardee in the By Children for Children Category at the 5th ACABA Gala & BookFest. With her love for reading, joyful spirit, and inspiring young voice, Blessings is championing a new generation of African children who believe that books are adventures and stories can change the world.

There is a Kikuyu proverb that says, “Do not curse the day before it ends.” Jemimah’s journey at the 5th African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) Gala brought this wisdom to life. From submitting her first book in 2022 without winning, to faithfully writing again and celebrating others, her moment finally arrived when her devotional for expectant mothers was honoured as Content of the Year. This is a story of obedience, patience, quiet faith—and the God who finishes His work before the day is done.

As part of the award, Titus Otieno received a Kes 10,000 Printing Voucher, generously sponsored by Christian Literature Communications – CLC Kenya – Print on Demand, to support continued publishing and distribution of quality Christian literature.

Did you know a smile can be a master of disguise? At the 5th African Christian Authors Book Award (ACABA) Gala, Titus Otieno’s calm smile concealed a trembling heart filled with emotion, memory, and grace. Awarded Content of the Year for Activated Husband—and later surprised with Best Set at the ACABA BookFest—his story reveals how God honours obedience, heals long journeys marked by loss, and turns unfamiliar wins into unforgettable moments. This is a story about courage, excellence, and the quiet applause of Heaven.

When a young author writes for her own generation, something extraordinary happens—and Florence Mghoi Mlambo proved it at the 5th ACABA Gala. With a smile stretching “from ear to ear” and a spirit full of youthful brilliance, she took home the Top Content Award in the Young Category for her powerful book Her Legacy Lives. Blending humour, heartfelt reflections, and the courage to obey God’s call, this rising Zillennial voice is inspiring a new wave of biblical confidence among today’s youth. This is the story behind her unforgettable moment.

At the 5th ACABA Gala, young Blessings Ongeri experienced the surprise of her life—an award, a room rejoicing with her, and a testimony of God’s favour. Her story mirrors the mission of Mama Africa Book Box, which is raising a generation of confident African child authors. Discover the moment, the movement, and the message behind her appointment as MABB Brand Ambassador for Eldoret.

A touching and humorous behind-the-scenes look at Augustine’s emotional reaction when he won the ACABA Children’s Award. Discover the sacred mix of gratitude, joy, humility, and God’s calling behind his face-covering moment—an inspiring snapshot of African authorship in the making.