Churches in Africa are becoming strong social capitals whose values lie not simply in providing spiritual support, but also in strengthening the civil society, creating healthy networks among people and valorizing the agency of Africans to safeguard basic human security for integral and sustainable development.

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The core missions it has pursued during its first half century will be just as relevant during the next half century -- the pursuit of peace and security, promoting human rights, and moving people from poverty to dignity and prosperity through sustainable development.

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