Pastor Andrew Bukenya on Faith, Advocacy & Authorship

In this episode of African Voices Platform, host Tchiyiwe Chihana sits down with Pastor Andrew Bukenya, a dynamic faith leader whose ministry transcends the pulpit to touch lives in community health and social advocacy. Viewers will discover how a personal calling led Andrew from pastoral leadership into pioneering work for sickle cell awareness—integrating prayerful support with practical medical collaboration. He shares the story behind Alpha & Omega CIC’s flagship initiatives: from grassroots screenings to donor recruitment drives that emphasize the crucial need for blood donors of Black heritage.

Andrew also takes us through his journey as a bestselling author. He reflects on his first two books—When Past Still Hurts (a message of healing from past wounds) and Shining Bright in the Shadows of Rejection (a roadmap for resilience)—and offers a preview of his upcoming Dubai launch. Throughout the conversation, Andrew illustrates how his writing amplifies the same messages of hope and restoration he delivers from the pulpit, and how he envisions scaling his advocacy at an international level. Viewers will hear real-life testimonies of lives transformed by Andrew’s dual mantle of faith and service, and receive encouragement for anyone navigating rejection, illness, or uncertainty. The episode closes with practical details on where to find his books, get involved in the UAE launch, and join Alpha & Omega CIC’s support network—culminating in a closing blessing that speaks directly to families affected by sickle cell and all who carry the scars of their past.