DR Congo: Special Closing Service for 2026 Summer Workshops

From Learning to a Life of Filial Devotion On October 4 (the 24th day of the 8th month of the Heavenly Calendar), a special closing service for the 2026 summer workshops was held at the national headquarters of the Family Federation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Some 780 people attended the service, held […]

Zambia Second Lusaka Open Tong-Il Moo-Do National Martial Arts Championship

United in Spirit, Competing with Passion The second Lusaka Open Tong-Il Moo-Do National Martial Arts Championship brought 115 participants together at the NASDEC Sports Complex in Lusaka, Zambia, on September 25 and 26. The athletes showcased their skills in sparring and special techniques, reaffirming the spirit and values of Tong-Il Moo-Do. Sombwa Musunsa, Director General […]

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Cheon Il Guk Citizens Academy Graduates’ Workshop September 18–26, 2026 (HC 8.8–16), Kinshasa and Manenga Holy Ground

A New Beginning Toward Providential Responsibility A workshop for Cheon Il Guk Citizens Academy graduates was held in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. From September 18, 54 graduates and young couples gathered at Manenga Holy Ground for hoondokhae, Divine Principle study, prayer and devotions, strengthening their spiritual foundation and sense of responsibility. At the […]

Côte d’Ivoire: Blessed Family Seminar

Building Stronger Marriages, Building Happier Families A Blessed Family Seminar was held on September 13 in South Comoé, Côte d’Ivoire. The seminar focused on care and harmony between husbands and wives, offering practical guidance for building harmonious families and sharing True Parents’ teachings on marital relationships. Participants reflected on ways to put these teachings into […]

Zambia: National Tong-Il Moo-Do Level Test

Building Character Through Tong-Il Moo-Do The Zambia Tong-Il Moo-Do Federation held its national grading test on September 12 at the federation’s national dojang. Thirty trainees, ranging from yellow to brown belt, took part in evaluations appropriate to their respective levels. The assessment covered not only practical martial arts techniques but also their understanding of Tong-Il […]

South Africa: Youth Leadership Training Program

Building Future Leaders in the Field The Family Federation in South Africa conducted a Youth Leadership Training Program from June through September centered on spiritual leadership and practical development. Beginning with a 40-day spiritual workshop in Mozambique, the trainees received Divine Principle education, leadership training and witnessing experience designed to build both faith and character. […]

Zimbabwe: Youth Workshop

Strengthening Faith and Pure Water Identity A 21-day Divine Principle youth workshop was held from August 16 to September 6 at the Peace Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. Young members from the Dotito tribal area engaged in various programs to train as leaders and participate in the Cheonju Blessing Ceremony. Participants also celebrated the 14th anniversary […]