Leadership

CLC KENYA/ACABA EFFORTS TOWARDS BUILDING LEADERSHIP IN AFRICA THROUGH LITERATURE

Leadership is a crucial aspect of development in Africa. It is necessary for individuals to possess strong leadership skills in order to drive progress and change within their communities. It is important to cultivate and nurture leadership skills in the continent’s youthful population to ensure a brighter future.

Literature can play a significant role in encouraging leadership in Africa

What are our four contributions?

This will amplify the leadership effect in the continent. Through the CLC Kenya/ACABA Authors Training & Empowerment (ATE), authors are empowered to develop the skills necessary to become effective leaders themselves.

  1. They can document their stories (successes and failures) in their leadership journeys. This will translate into more contextualized books on leadership.
  2. Books can be used as training tools to impart disciplines in different areas of life.
  3. Books can go beyond the leader’s circle of influence and also beyond their life span.
  4. Books can impact many lives in different times as one book can be read by several people over and over.
  5. Books legitimizes or increases credibility of a leader’s position and message.
  6. Books open doors for speaking engagements and other events opportunities that may otherwise not open without the book.
  7. Books can be future points of reference for leaders to improve on their message as they grow in their leadership journeys.

This offers a platform for the authors to teach valuable lessons on decision-making, communication, and problem-solving for the continent. These initiatives are aimed at providing insights, inspiration, and practical guidance on how to lead effectively.

This will offer a platform for others to be inspired to lead in their big or small ways.

Some testimonials...

CLC Has Raised My Profile As A Credible Christian Author – Esther Katende

I was excited that I had become an author and had “arrived”. Until I started reading the writing journeys of the ACABA authors on a Nominees forum like this one. People talked of being on their 4th, 7th and even 10th book! Wow… I was challenged! Read more “CLC Has Raised My Profile As A Credible Christian Author – Esther Katende”

Esther Katende Magezi, UG

I’ve elevated the delivery of my monthly meetings with enthusiasm in the same way I’ve observed from CLC Kenya – Warimu Kanyi

In the same way that I have been stretched to venture outside my comfort zone and not remain satisfied with writing one good book, I have been pushing the ladies I serve more passionately. Read more “I’ve elevated the delivery of my monthly meetings with enthusiasm in the same way I’ve observed from CLC Kenya – Warimu Kanyi”

Wairimu Kanyi, KE

The book which won the ACABA award in the Family & Marriage category has given us a lot of boost to our already great influence in this area – Barnabas & Grace Achoki

Many Churches and Couple groups are now using the book thanks to CLC. Someone once told me that you cannot be an authority in anything without authoring a book. CLC has made us authors thus qualifying us as Authorities in the sphere of Marriage and Family. Read more “The book which won the ACABA award in the Family & Marriage category has given us a lot of boost to our already great influence in this area – Barnabas & Grace Achoki”

Barnabas & Grace Achoki, KE

CLC has been of great help in growing my communication skills through the weekly meetings – Patience Kamarunga

We are tasked to speak out while contributing to the various discussions, this has given me a platform to learn more about public speaking while overcoming stage fright and developing my eloquence. Thank you CLC. Read more “CLC has been of great help in growing my communication skills through the weekly meetings – Patience Kamarunga”

Patience Kamarunga, UG

Everyone in the group is given a chance to lead in the area they are good at – Lydia Chola-Waiyaki

Again, I appreciate the work CLC has done in organizing all authors into the different category of groups. Within the groups we are able to focus on growing in our abilities and sharpening one another’s skills. Read more “Everyone in the group is given a chance to lead in the area they are good at – Lydia Chola-Waiyaki”

Lydia Chola-Waiyaki, KE

To my shock and dismay, my manuscript was declared substandard. I was distraught and discouraged – Nelly Kagoru

I take this opportunity to say kudos to the entire CLC Kenya/ACABA team. Your passion, professionalism, perfection, and personal touch as you serve the Body of Christ is admirable. Read more “To my shock and dismay, my manuscript was declared substandard. I was distraught and discouraged – Nelly Kagoru”

Nelly Kagoruu, KE

Training and empowering authors to lead with their books

Efforts Towards Building Leadership in Africa Through Literature

Encouraging more African Christians to write

Efforts Towards Building Leadership in Africa Through Literature

Bringing authors together in panels, webinars and conferences

Efforts Towards Building Leadership in Africa Through Literature

Focus on the Family Unit

We prioritise the well-being of families and provide support through literature in different formats because strong families contribute to a healthier and more stable society; shaping cultural norms and values, and influencing the development of future generations. Additionally, changes in family dynamics can have a ripple effect on economic and political systems in ourcontinent. 

Young black family together in their kitchen, close up

Focus on all rounded personal development and growth

We encourage individuals to strive to develop not only their intellectual abilities but also their spiritual, emotional, social, and physical well-being. A well-rounded individual is able to navigate various situations with ease and adapt to changing circumstances and thus offer solutions to our continent’s challenges. 

Highlighting examples of successful leaders in Africa in various disciplines

Efforts Towards Building Leadership in Africa Through Literature

Recording Authors Journeys - VIDEOS

We record authors journeys as write ups and videos to serve as  sources of inspiration for individuals seeking authorship  development. By studying the journeys of these leaders, one can learn valuable lessons on perseverance and hard work towards using their writing calling to advance God’s Kingdom. This can motivate individuals to strive towards their own goals and push through obstacles in their own personal authorship journey.

Recording Authors Journeys - WRITE UPS

We record authors journeys as write ups and videos to serve as  sources of inspiration for individuals seeking authorship  development. By studying the journeys of these leaders, one can learn valuable lessons on perseverance and hard work towards using their writing calling to advance God’s Kingdom. This can motivate individuals to strive towards their own goals and push through obstacles in their own personal authorship journey.

Annual Awards Gala

This event offers a one-day platform to actualize the command in Hebrews 10:25Amp “Not forsaking our meeting together [as believers for worship and instruction], as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more [faithfully] as you see the day [of Christ’s return] approaching.

In this annual event, authors come together to celebrate their hard work and achievements, and network with industry professionals. It also provides an opportunity for exposure and recognition, which can lead to new opportunities for book deals and collaborations, increased book sales, and a wider readership. 

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