During the XII Congress in Panama, Rev. Nzé Obama reported on progress in building the Convention Center in the "Antioch of Africa."
The fourth day of the XII Central American and Caribbean Congress, held in Panama, became an altar of worship where geographic borders gave way before the presence of the Holy Spirit. The service opened with a time of praise to God led by Rev. Andrés Espejo; the Panama Convention Center was filled with an atmosphere of deep spiritual communion. The United States delegation led a season of singing that prepared the congregation to receive the good news of victory God is granting His Church.
The service focused on missionary impact across the African continent, with particular emphasis on the role of Equatorial Guinea. In his report, Rev. Nzé Obama stressed that this nation has become the "Antioch of Africa," with the ministry established in nearly all its provinces and expanding into Uganda, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Gabon, Mozambique, Malawi, both Congos, and Ghana. Despite legal barriers and a society with strict regulations for public gatherings, the work keeps moving forward. A cornerstone of this consolidation is the Equatorial Guinea Convention Center: a major project now in its fourth construction phase after a decade of hard labor. Essential for hosting large indoor events within the law, the project has been driven by local pastors and by initial support from the International Board and the ministry in Puerto Rico.
Yet completing this stronghold of faith faces severe economic challenges shaped by the continent's geography and logistics. In the region, supply costs are extremely high — up to 16 dollars for a single bag of cement — which significantly raises the price of slab pours and structural finishes. The service column issued an urgent call for solidarity from the family of faith, stressing that progress in Africa is not merely a regional success, but a shared responsibility for the entire organization. Spiritual and financial backing is needed so missionaries have a home base that supports the great revival already shaking Africa to God's glory.