United Congregational Church of Southern Africa | |
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Classification | Protestant |
Theology | Congregationalist (Reformed) |
Associations | World Communion of Reformed Churches |
Region | South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia |
Headquarters | 10, 7th Avenue, Edenvale,Johannesburg, South Africa. |
Congregations | 450 |
Members | ~500,000 |
Official website | www |
The United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) is a prominent Christian denomination established in 1967, following the unification of various congregational movements within Southern Africa. Its origins can be traced back to the missionary work of the London Missionary Society in the Cape Colony in 1799. The UCCSA plays a significant role in the religious landscape of Southern Africa, with a membership of approximately 500,000.[1] It maintains a notable presence in countries such as South Africa, Mozambique, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Namibia. The UCCSA is recognized for its contributions to education and social justice in the region.