Ezekiel Handinawangu Guti, was a prominent Zimbabwean pastor and the founder and president of Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa (ZAOGA) best known for his ministry that had a significant impact on the growth of Christianity in Zimbabwe and across Africa. Guti's journey in ministry began in the early 1960s when he experienced a divine calling to establish a church that would bring transformation to the lives of people. In 1960, he founded ZAOGA, which grew from humble beginnings to become one of ... moreEzekiel Handinawangu Guti, was a prominent Zimbabwean pastor and the founder and president of Zimbabwe Assemblies of God Africa (ZAOGA) best known for his ministry that had a significant impact on the growth of Christianity in Zimbabwe and across Africa. Guti's journey in ministry began in the early 1960s when he experienced a divine calling to establish a church that would bring transformation to the lives of people. In 1960, he founded ZAOGA, which grew from humble beginnings to become one of the largest Pentecostal movements in Zimbabwe. Under Guti's leadership, ZAOGA expanded beyond Zimbabwe's borders and established a presence in over 140 countries, with millions of followers worldwide. Guti's vision extended beyond the church. He founded seven Bible colleges named Africa Multi-Nation For Christ College, with three in Zimbabwe, two in Mozambique, one each in Zambia and Ghana. He also founded Forward in Faith Children’s Home, Children's Ministry, Forward in Faith Christian College (Christ for Zimbabwe College secondary school), Africa Christian Business Fellowship, the Gracious Women's Fellowship, along with the Husband's Agape International Fellowship. Guti emphasized the importance of education and was instrumental in establishing several educational institutions, including the Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU). He himself was a holder of various degrees, including a PhD in Religion. He also authored more than 50 books through out his lifetime.
