Africa

The ISAAC Africa network is made up of over 200 individual and organisational ISAAC Members that span the length and breadth of this vibrant and diverse continent.

The activities of ISAAC Africa are coordinated by the ISAAC Africa Lead and Core Team.

Activities

ISAAC Africa Online

We aim to enable:

  • Best practice and knowledge sharing e.g. workshops on e-help for recovery; policy writing
  • A deeper understanding of addictions e.g. lectures on Trauma and Addiction; relationship between Addiction, Depression and Recovery
  • Present ISAAC Materials for an African audience
  • Support one another in our vision for our region and projects through times for sharing and prayer

In 2026, ISAAC Members in Africa are invited to join any of the 9 modules of the Africa Stream of ISAAC’s Foundations in Addictions Recovery Course

Limited spaces are available for the full course and these are reserved for anyone who can commit and attend all 9 modules. Dates will be published shortly.

Cost:

FREE Booking for ISAAC Africa-based members
Usually USD 35/Module or USD 300 Full Course

For more information, email our Africa Training Engagement Lead, Ejikeme McBishops on training@isaac-international.org

ISAAC Africa Team

Ikenna Daniel Molobe - Africa Regional Lead

Ikenna Molobe

Ikenna Molobe strengthens Christian addiction‑recovery responses across Africa through evidence‑based practice, policy influence, and compassionate leadership. As ISAAC Africa Regional Lead, he equips practitioners to build resilient, hope‑filled communities rooted in dignity and faith.

  • Trained by UNODC, ECOWAS, and leading African and US institutions
  • Contributor to Nigeria’s National Drug Control Master Plan
  • Co‑founder and Director of Unified Initiative for a Drug Free Nigeria
  • International conference speaker and researcher
  • Board Executive of International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP) Nigeria

Halumba Munachonga – Co‑Coordinator, Southern Africa

Halumba Munachonga

Halumba Munachonga is a passionate advocate for vulnerable communities in Zambia, leading programmes that reduce addiction risks and strengthen dignity. Through ISAAC Africa, he supports churches and practitioners to respond with wisdom, safeguarding, and practical hope.

  • Executive Director, Ndola Nutrition Organisation
  • Specialist in safeguarding and psychosocial support
  • Consultant to national sports bodies and civil society
  • Leader in youth and women’s empowerment initiatives

Lazarous Mulanga – Co‑Coordinator, Southern Africa

Lazarus MulangaLazarous Mulanga empowers young people across Zambia through prevention, character development, and behavioural change. As founder of Crowd Puller for Change, he supports communities, schools, and refugee settlements with practical tools that build resilience and reduce substance‑related harm.


  • International Master Trainer and Culture Consultant for GROW
  • Trained leaders across 10+ African nations
  • Lead coach, SHARPZ research project with Harvard and global partners
  • Member, National Alcohol Coordinating Team (CSOs, Zambia)
  • Specialist in youth behavioural change and psychosocial support

Ibe Christogonus Chidiebere – West Africa Coordinator

Chris Ibe

Chris Ibe champions youth‑focused addiction and crime prevention across West Africa. His work mobilises young people toward leadership, purpose, and freedom. Within ISAAC Africa, he strengthens Christian practitioners with prevention and mentorship strategies that transform communities.

  • Founder, AYICP (UN ECOSOC consultative status)
  • Graduate of US IVLP programme
  • UNODC‑trained in drug prevention and youth engagement
  • Developer of football‑based mentorship academy

RICHARD MATUNDURA, EAST AFRICA COORDINATOR

Richard Matundura serves youth and families affected by addiction through trauma‑informed, faith‑based recovery. His ministry with Angaza Missions and the Genesis Process restores hope and equips communities across East Africa to walk in freedom.

  • Founder, Angaza Missions; African Liaison – Genesis Process, GROW Strong GROW Free Country Director
  • Certified professional coach certified by IAPRC
  • Specialist in trauma‑informed Christian recovery
  • Experienced prison ministry and outreach leader
  • Qualifications in psychology, counselling, and public administration
  • Member of Kenya Psychological Association (KPSy), World Federation against Drugs (WFAD), National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA), Redeemed Ones prison ministry

Ejikeme McBishops Ogueji - Training Engagement Lead, Sub-Saharan Africa

Ejikeme McBishops Ogueji Ejikeme Ogueji is a leading expert in addiction prevention and recovery, strengthening professional development and Christian community transformation across Africa. As ISAAC’s Training Engagement Lead, he equips practitioners with practical, evidence‑based tools for prevention, recovery, and reintegration.


  • General Secretary, ISSUP Nigeria; Africa Director, Life Challenge Academy
  • Director, Novō Communities Nigeria
  • Founder of Life Challenge Nigeria and Reclaiming Futures Nigeria
  • Masters in Theology, Christian Education, Criminal Justice, and Sociology and professional certifications in Leadership and Management in Health, Trauma Care, Mental Health, and faith-based interventions for substance use recovery