Christianity has a significant presence in many African nations, yet this belies underlying issues. Many churches struggle with the influence of the prosperity gospel and syncretism with traditional practices. Nominal faith is also a concern, with some individuals claiming to be Christian without being genuinely converted.

Western mission partnerships have unintentionally contributed to these challenges, often fostering financial dependency through paternalistic relationships. Rather than reducing involvement, a reformation in mission partnerships is needed, focusing on deeper, reciprocal relationships. Further details on this issue and the need for reform in mission partnerships are available from the source, highlighting the importance of promoting healthy churches and leaders.