Founded 1995 · Mutare, Zimbabwe · SADC & Beyond

Johane the 5th of Africa International

"Serving Africa. Transforming Nations. Honouring God."

An indigenous Apostolic movement carrying the Gospel to every corner of the continent — one community at a time.

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Archbishop Dr. Andby Makururu

A Movement Rooted in Africa

One of Africa's Fastest-Growing Apostolic Ministries

Founded in 1995 by Archbishop Dr. Andby Makururu, Johane the 5th of Africa International Church is rooted in the rich spiritual lineage of the Johane Masowe movement. With over 3.3 million followers worldwide, this ministry has evolved into a global evangelical force bridging prophetic faith with modernisation and community development.

Headquartered at the sacred Mt. Esinai Matangi (Hospital Hill) in Mutare, Zimbabwe, J5 stands apart — a legally incorporated body that builds physical infrastructure, secures land, and serves communities transparently across the SADC region.

Our Full Story

Our Foundation

Order. Dignity. Transformation.

Three pillars define life in J5 — a framework for how we live, serve, and carry Africa forward.

We Live By

Divine Order

Archbishop Makururu teaches that national leadership, peace, and prosperity all flow from God's order. We advocate for unity, patriotism, and cross-border cooperation across Africa.

"A peaceful nation is the only fertile ground for economic prosperity."

We Uphold

Human Dignity

J5 honours every person from life to rest. The church mandates financial planning — including funeral policies and life insurance — so families are never left to face crisis without support.

Covenant clean living
Abstaining from alcohol, tobacco, and substances
Scriptural dietary adherence
White garments (Magembe) worn in prayer

We Drive

Community Transformation

Through the Ruvheneko Rwenyeredzi Trust, J5 fights child marriages, empowers women through vocational training, and redirects youth toward education and faith.

Women's mushroom farming programmes
Anti-GBV and anti-child marriage campaigns
Youth anti-drug workshops and sports events
Regional livelihood development across Zimbabwe & Mozambique

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How to Connect with J5

Find Your Assembly

With over 2,000 assemblies across Zimbabwe's 10 provinces, and hundreds more in Mozambique, South Africa, Botswana and Zambia — there is a J5 community near you.

Attend a Gathering

Experience powerful African worship, the singing of the holy Hosanna, prophetic ministry, and direct spiritual guidance rooted in Scripture.

Serve Your Community

Join the Ruvheneko Rwenyeredzi Trust's active programmes — from women's empowerment to youth skills development — and carry transformation beyond Sunday.

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Global Footprint — Vision 2030

Reaching Every Nation in SADC

J5 is aggressively expanding with a mandate to become the most influential fellowship in the SADC region.

🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Over 2,000 active assemblies across all 10 provinces — the heartland of J5's mission and administration.

🇲🇿 Mozambique

500+ active assemblies regionally headquartered across provinces including Tete — a rapidly growing network.

🇿🇦 South Africa

150+ active assemblies serving the diaspora and local communities across the Republic.

🇧🇼 Botswana

72 assemblies and growing — a significant presence in a key SADC partner nation.

🇿🇲 Zambia

25 assemblies established and expanding under Vision 2030's pan-African growth mandate.

Malawi & UK Diaspora

A growing presence in Malawi and among the United Kingdom Zimbabwean diaspora community.

What's Coming

Upcoming Events & Interfaces

Gatherings, prophetic meetings, and community drives across the J5 network.

07–12 Jul 2025

Annual Conference

MVUMA—

A Season of Prayer for the Attainment of the National Vision Contact +273714926996 · Opens 06:00 daily

The flagship annual gathering with Archbishop Makururu will lead prophetic ministry, healing services, and the singing of the Holy Hosanna before thousands of followers from across the World

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