Radio Tambua

Radio Tambua

The Africa Centre for Apologetics Research (ACFAR) equips Christians with resources and training for discernment, the defense of the faith, and cult evangelism. The Radio Tambua podcast features radio programs and conference messages on cultic movements and apologetics in Africa. (Tambua is a Swahili word meaning “discern.”)

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May 19, 2026 41 mins

"Every day, whether we realize it or not, we are buying into something. We ask important questions before we buy a appliance—so why do we close our brains when we walk into church?" 

In a world full of conflicting messages, dreams, visions, and prophetic claims, how can you tell the difference between truth and error? In this powerful message, Rodgers Atwebembeire gives us three core areas to analyze any preacher...

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“Jesus is important—but He’s not enough.” This was the lie threatening the church in Colossae, and it’s the same lie we hear today. Whether through cult groups, philosophy, religious regulations, or "self-centered spirituality," the world constantly tries to diminish the sufficiency of Christ.

Join Danson Ottawa as we dive into Colossians 1 and see why Jesus doesn't just inspire us—He commands and reconciles us. He is...

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March 17, 2026 marks 26 years since the Kanungu tragedy, in which over 500 cult followers were burned to death and nearly a thousand lives were lost overall. We also remember the recent cult disaster in Shakahola, where hundreds more perished in yet another cruel abuse of religion.

In this this National Declaration, Rodgers Atwebembeire of ACFAR calls the church in Uganda and across East Africa to repent of its negligence,...

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November 14, 2025 31 mins

We face the undeniable reality of a sinful human heart and the certainty of God's righteous judgment. Across history, countless solutions have been offered by various groups and philosophies, yet all ultimately fail to provide lasting peace or satisfaction. Rodgers Atwebembeire explores the single, definitive solution for mankind: the free gift of grace offered through faith in Jesus Christ. Listen and discover the biblical fo...

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In this engaging interview, ACFAR staff researcher Wanjiru Ng’ang’a recounts her story of coming out of a hyper-charismatic church and embracing a healthy biblical faith.

This content originally appeared on The Reconciled Heart podcast.

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July 1, 2025 34 mins

Are you chasing after prophets and revelation knowledge? Do you long for an angel encounter? Are you trying to win God’s favor through Jewish rituals? The Book of Hebrews makes it powerfully clear that Jesus is far better, far greater than all of these—and He is our only solution! Rodgers Atwebembeire shows how Christ alone is worth living and even dying for.

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June 10, 2025 10 mins

In John 8:58, Jesus boldly declared: “Truly I tell you, before Abraham was, I AM!” What did He mean? The Jews immediately understood Him—and tried to kill Him! Rodgers Atwebembeire explains the awesome truth behind Jesus’ statement. 

Originally aired on Rite TV Uganda

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April 30, 2025 57 mins

In this exciting plenary address, Rodgers Atwebembeire shows how missions and apologetics go hand-in-hand to fulfill Christ’s cross-cultural Gospel commandment: the Great Commission.

Recorded at the FOCUS Kenya Commission 2024 conference.

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How is it possible to fulfill Jesus’ “Great Commission” to make disciples of all nations in today’s multi-cultural world? What does it take for us to confidently commend the risen Christ as the most compelling choice among so many options? The Apostle Paul is our faithful guide and example in this task, as Rodgers Atwebembeire explains from Acts 17.

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April 23, 2025 11 mins

Why would God give us the law if it’s not required for us to be saved? Answer: Instead of being a means for salvation, the law points us to the need for salvation—and the promise of salvation through Christ Jesus. ACFAR director Rodgers Atwebembeire explains from Galatians 3, helping us recognize how false teachers confuse—and exploit—this issue.

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Believer, you may be asking: Where is God in my pain? Rodgers Atwebembeire is no stranger to seasons of trial, and he has learned to draw wisdom and strength from God’s Word in the darkest of times.

Come with him on this journey through Psalm 77 and find renewed hope.

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Twenty-five years after the shocking cult tragedy at Kanungu, Uganda, what has the Body of Christ in East Africa learned? ACFAR director Rodgers Atwebembeire reflects on the implications of this pivotal event—and the way forward.

Watch The Kanungu Tragedy: A 20-Year Anniversary Symposium on YouTube at
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLy2xuFcXhn2Ap22L18bAQsQva4ZFrWbVX


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October 22, 2024 37 mins

In this episode, Victoria Adeoye of The Gospel Alone podcast interviews Wanjiru Ng’ang’a, coordinator of ACFAR Kenya’s Project Priscilla, on the vital role of theology in women's spiritual growth. Drawing from her journey through the Word of Faith and Hyper-Charismatic movements, Wanjiru shares her insights on why many women in the church remain theologically under-equipped and vulnerable to false teachings. 

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Join Wanjiru Ng’ang’a as she shares her testimony of breaking free from the hyper-charismatic and Word of Faith movements. In this candid conversation with Victoria Adeoye on The Gospel Alone podcast, Wanjiru exposes the deceptive teachings of these movements, the dangers they pose to sound doctrine, and why they often appeal to women. Her journey is a compelling reminder that true freedom is found in knowing and obeying God's...

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Mahubiri haya yanaangazia onyo la Mtume Paulo dhidi ya walimu wa uongo katika 2 Kor. 11. Paulo anashangazwa na jinsi Wakorintho wanavyoondoka haraka kutoka kwa ibada ya kweli kwa Kristo, wakivutwa na mitume wa uongo wanaomuubiri Yesu mwingine, injili nyingine, na roho mwingine. Katika mahubiri hayo, Danson Ottawa anaangazia hatari ya sasa ya udanganyifu na kumtia moyo msikilizaji kufuatilia utambuzi wa Biblia. Anasema, “Waumini wal...

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September 6, 2024 26 mins

Katika Kipindi hiki, Esther Mwikali kutoka Biblia Husema Radio anamhoji Wanjiru Ng’ang’a ambaye ni mratibu wa Project Priscilla chini ya ACFAR Kenya. Esther anammuuliza Wanjiru baadhi ya maswali yakiwemo jinsi ambavyo wakristo wanaweza kutambua mafunzo potovu na vile ambavyo wanafaa kufanya baada ya kutambua ya kwamba wamekua wakifuata manabii au makanisa ya uongo. 

Sikiliza kipindi hiki ili uweze kuelewa jinsi ambavyo uta...

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Wanjiru Ng’ang’a, the author of this series, serves as a staff researcher at ACFAR Kenya and is the founder of the Christian blog “In Truth She Delights.” She is passionate about inspiring fellow young Christian women to study the Bible and discern false doctrine.

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Wanjiru Ng’ang’a, the author of this series, serves as a staff researcher at ACFAR Kenya and is the founder of the Christian blog “In Truth She Delights.” She is passionate about inspiring fellow young Christian women to study the Bible and discern false doctrine.

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Wanjiru Ng’ang’a, the author of this series, serves as a staff researcher at ACFAR Kenya and is the founder of the Christian blog “In Truth She Delights.” She is passionate about inspiring fellow young Christian women to study the Bible and discern false doctrine.

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Wanjiru Ng’ang’a, the author of this series, serves as a staff researcher at ACFAR Kenya and is the founder of the Christian blog “In Truth She Delights.” She is passionate about inspiring fellow young Christian women to study the Bible and discern false doctrine.

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