Kailu Makaya Kumbu

An African Dream

History & Biography

“In An African Dream, veteran theologian and missionary to Africa, John Robinson, tells the compelling story of the founding and impact of the first evangelical seminary in Francophone Africa: la Faculté de Théologie Évangélique de Bangui (FATEB). Robinson skillfully weaves together the themes of human agency and God’s providence in bringing to life a vision once held by the esteemed Byang Kato. The story of FATEB involves triumphs, trials, breakthroughs, betrayals, resilience, and resistance—elements that define a missionary enterprise. If you are interested in church history in French-speaking Africa, the organizational lifecycle of Christian ministries, and effective partnerships between the Global North and Global South, this book is a valuable read. I highly recommend it.”