Going Beyond Borders
“Sympathy is no substitute for action.“
David Livingstone
Our Work Beyond Ghana
In recent years, Operation Serve Global has extended its outreach efforts to other parts of Africa, with greater focus on the Gambia, Niger and Sierra Leone.
The Gambia
Operation Serve Global works among the Balanta and Jola people in the Gambia by focusing on relationship building and trust through community engagement. We implement educational programs to improve literacy and offer social impact projects such as clean water initiatives. Our efforts also include evangelism and discipleship, sharing the message of Christ through culturally relevant methods.
Niger
In Niger, we reach the Fulani people through mobile education units, tailored to their nomadic lifestyle. Our team builds strong relationships by addressing their immediate needs through social impact projects like healthcare and food security. Evangelism and discipleship are central, with a focus on contextualizing the Gospel to resonate with their culture.
Sierra Leone
Our outreach to the Mende people in Sierra Leone is rooted in education and community development. We establish schools and vocational training centers to empower the youth. Through sustained relationship building and social impact projects, we foster trust, while evangelism and discipleship efforts introduce the transformative power of the Gospel to the community.
People Groups We Work With (UPGs) in Ghana
In Ghana, Operation Serve Global works among 11 Unreached People Groups. Here’s a brief summary on each of them for you!
The Anufo, also known as Chokosi, are agrarian people primarily engaged in farming. Their literacy rate is low, with limited access to education. Barriers to social progress include geographical isolation and lack of infrastructure. Economically, they face challenges due to reliance on subsistence farming. The dominant religion is Islam, blended with traditional beliefs.
The Kamara people are pastoralists and farmers, with a simple way of life centered around cattle herding and agriculture. Their literacy rate is low, hindered by limited educational facilities. Economic progress is slow due to dependence on traditional farming. They practice Islam, with strong adherence to their cultural traditions, which also act as barriers to modernization.
The Ligbi people are known for their vibrant cultural heritage and are mainly involved in farming and trade. Their literacy rate is moderate, with some access to education, though economic challenges persist due to limited job opportunities. Social progress is hindered by strong traditional practices. The Ligbi are predominantly Muslim, with Islam influencing much of their daily life.
The Gonja people are primarily engaged in farming, with a mixed economy of agriculture and trade. They have a moderate literacy rate, with some educational institutions available. Barriers to social progress include traditional leadership structures and limited infrastructure. Economically, they are relatively stable, but many live in rural poverty. Islam is the dominant religion.
The Chakali people are subsistence farmers, living in small, close-knit communities. Their literacy rate is low, with limited access to formal education. Social progress is impeded by geographical isolation and adherence to traditional customs. Economically, they struggle with poverty due to dependence on agriculture. Traditional African religions dominate, with some influence from Islam.
The Wala people are largely agrarian, with a focus on farming and small-scale trade. Their literacy rate is low, with education often limited to urban areas. Social progress is hampered by traditional customs and limited economic opportunities. The Wala are predominantly Muslim, and religion plays a significant role in their societal structure.
The Konkomba people are mainly subsistence farmers and hunters, living in rural areas. Their literacy rate is very low, with education largely inaccessible. Barriers to social progress include geographical remoteness and traditional practices. Economically, they face significant challenges due to reliance on agriculture. Traditional African religions are dominant, with a growing Christian minority.
The Nanumba people are engaged in farming and small-scale commerce. Their literacy rate is moderate but limited by rural schooling options. Social progress is slowed by traditional leadership and cultural practices. Economically, they face challenges, though trade offers some stability. The Nanumba are predominantly Muslim, with Islam deeply embedded in their culture.
The Dagomba people are predominantly farmers and traders, with a structured society influenced by chieftaincy. Their literacy rate is moderate, with better access to education in urban areas. Economic well-being varies, with rural poverty still a concern. Social progress is often hindered by traditional norms. Islam is the dominant religion, shaping much of their lifestyle.
The Mamprusi people are largely agrarian, with farming being the main occupation. Their literacy rate is low, with limited educational resources. Social progress is hindered by adherence to traditional structures and economic challenges. They face economic hardships due to reliance on agriculture. Islam is the dominant religion, with strong ties to traditional customs.
The Fulani people in Ghana are predominantly pastoralists, known for their cattle herding. Their literacy rate is very low, with minimal access to education. Barriers to social progress include nomadic lifestyle and discrimination. Economically, they face instability due to their mobile way of life. The Fulani are predominantly Muslim, with Islam guiding their cultural practices.